Tool & Die Maker Sr

Elkay Plumbing Products Co.; Lumberton (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Matching 401(k) Contribution

Educational Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Up to 3 weeks starting Vacation

12 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Elkay Plumbing Products Co. is looking for a Tool & Die Maker Sr to analyze specifications, set up CNC machines, and manufacture dies. Candidates should have a Tool & Die Associate’s Degree or Journeyman certification and substantial CNC machining experience.

With responsibilities including troubleshooting and fitting parts, this role also offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, and vacation days.

Qualifications

• Tool & Die Associate’s Degree or Journeyman Tool & Die Maker certification required.
• CNC machining experience is necessary.
• Strong knowledge of blueprint reading and precision measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze specifications and set up CNC machines.
• Troubleshoot complex tooling and machining issues.
• Fit and assemble parts to manufacture dies.

Skills

CNC machining experience

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting tooling

Operating manual machine tools

Education

Tool & Die Associate’s Degree or Journeyman certification

Job description

Tool & Die Maker Sr

Avaliable to work any shift as needed.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing specifications, laying out metal stock, setting up and operating CNC machines and manual equipment (mills, lathes, etc.), and fitting and assembling parts to manufacture and repair dies, cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, and gauges.
• Troubleshoots complex tooling and machining issues, performs precision adjustments, and supports process improvements.
• Studies blueprints or specifications and visualizes shape of die, part, or tool.
• Computes dimensions of assembly and plans sequence of operations.
• Measures, marks, and scribes metal or plastic stock to lay out machining, using instruments such as protractors, micrometers, scribes, and rulers.
• Sets up and operates machine tools such as band saw, lathes, milling machines, drill press, and grinders to machine parts.
• Lifts, positions, and secures machined parts on surface plate or worktable, using hoist, vises, v‑blocks, or angle plates.
• Smoothes and polishes flat and contoured surfaces of parts or tools, using scrapers, abrasive stones, files, emery cloth, or power grinder.
• Verifies dimensions, alignments, and clearances of finished parts, using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauge blocks, micrometers, and dial indicators.
• Fits and assembles parts using bolts, glue, and other fasteners, and hand tools such as hammers and wrenches.
• Checks part or tool for hardness using hardness tester.
• Repairs or modifies tools and dies using machine tools and hand tools.
• Designs tools, jigs, fixtures, and templates for use as work aids.
• Tests die for first hit to insure quality of part.
• Inspects die for smoothness, contour conformity, and defects by touch or visually, using loupe or microscope.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Tool & Die Associate’s Degree or Journeyman Tool & Die Maker certification required.
• CNC machining experience required.
• Strong knowledge of blueprint reading, precision measuring tools, and machining processes.
• Experience operating manual and CNC machine tools such as lathes, mills, grinders, and drill presses.
• Ability to troubleshoot tooling and assist with process improvements and repairs.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time during the shift.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds with or without assistance.
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching while performing job duties.
• Ability to use hands for fine manipulation, gripping, and operating hand tools and precision instruments.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, moving mechanical parts, oils, and metal debris.
• Must be able to visually inspect parts and read precision measuring instruments.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, gloves, and steel‑toe shoes.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k) Contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Educational Reimbursement
• Matching Gift Program
• Up to 3 weeks starting Vacation (may increase with tenure)
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Annual Bonus Eligibility
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan – purchase company stock at a discount!

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran