Tool & Die Maker (Intermediate) – CAD/CNC Tooling

Virco MFG. Corpoation; Southwest Village (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Virco Manufacturing Corporation is seeking a skilled Tool and Die Maker to construct, maintain, and repair production tooling for efficient manufacturing operations. You will read drawings, plan operations, and work with CAD drafters to design tooling.

The role requires extensive experience in tool and die, metrology, and shop equipment, with a focus on quality and safety. The position is safety sensitive and operates on 1st shift, Monday through Friday, with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; one year of trade school in machining.
• Four years of experience in a machine shop including drafting, blueprint reading, metallurgy, CAD, and computer experience.
• Three years of tool and die experience.
• Good communication skills, good basic mathematical skills, and good analytical abilities.
• Good teamwork, meet quality requirements, be flexible, and meet performance standards.
• Proficient knowledge of micrometers, dial calipers, tape measures, dial indicators, mills, lathes, heat treatment procedures, drill presses, grinders, and other shop equipment.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to pass a driving background check.

Responsibilities

• Constructs, maintains, and repairs production tooling to meet manufacturing requirements.
• Assists Manufacturing and Maintenance in troubleshooting tooling issues.
• Heat treats completed parts as needed.
• Study drawings to plan operations for tooling.
• Instruct trainees as needed within the department.
• Collaborate with CAD drafters on tooling design and processes.
• Assist other tool makers and work with other departments on projects.
• Perform overtime and general housekeeping duties.

Job description

Virco Manufacturing Corporation is seeking a skilled Tool and Die Maker to construct, maintain, and repair production tooling for efficient manufacturing operations. You will read drawings, plan operations, and work with CAD drafters to design tooling.

The role requires extensive experience in tool and die, metrology, and shop equipment, with a focus on quality and safety. The position is safety sensitive and operates on 1st shift, Monday through Friday, with potential overtime.