Tool & Die Technician

Hillphoenix; Chesterfield Court House (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillphoenix is seeking a skilled Tool & Die Machinist to inspect dies, design dies from drawings, and set up conventional or CNC equipment to meet strict specifications. You will read blueprints, select metals, and coordinate with engineering on prototypes and maintenance tasks.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in tool & die shop environments, experience with MasterCam/AutoCAD/SolidWorks, and strong math and measurement skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of precision measuring tools, layout tools, hand & bench tools, metallurgy and heat treatment, advanced mathematics (Geometry & Trigonometry).
• Experience with engine lathes, mills, jig borers, surface grinders, and press operations.
• Blueprint reading and familiarity with MasterCam, AutoCAD and SolidWorks are essential.
• Basic skills in Microsoft Office, Outlook and Internet Explorer.

Responsibilities

• Inspect Dies: check for wear, cracks, or damage after production runs.
• Design die from engineering drawings, sketches or verbal direction.
• Set up and operate conventional or CNC equipment to cut, bore, grind, or shape parts to prescribed dimensions and finishes.
• Operate tool room equipment to make and repair dies.
• Assist with prototypes from engineering department.
• Select metals based on hardness and heat treatment properties.
• Study blueprints, sketches, models, or specs to plan sequences of operations for dies or assemblies.
• Assist maintenance as needed.
• Weld, measure, heat treat, etc.

Skills

Precision measuring tools

Layout tools

Hand & bench tools

Metallurgy

Heat treatment

Geometry & Trigonometry

Blueprint reading

Communication

Teamwork

Prioritization

Education

Machinist certificate or equivalent

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

MasterCam

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

What You Will Be Responsible For In This Role

• Inspect Dies: Check for wear, cracks, or damage after production runs.
• Design die from engineering drawings, sketches or verbal direction
• Set up and operate conventional or CNC equipment to cut, bore, grind, or otherwise shape parts to prescribed dimensions and finishes
• Operation of all tool room equipment to make and repair dies.
• Assist with prototypes from engineering department.
• Select metals to be used from a range of metals and alloys, based on properties such as hardness and heat treatment properties
• Study blueprints, sketches, models, or specifications to plan sequences of operations for fabricating tools, dies, or assemblies
• Assist the maintenance department when needed
• Weld, measure, heat treat, etc.

What are the basic qualifications?

• Knowledge of precision measuring tools, layout tools, hand & bench tools, metallurgy and heat treatment, advanced mathematics I.E. Geometry and Trigonometry
• Experience with engine lathes, mill machines, jig bore, surface grinders, and press operation.
• Blueprint reading and familiarity with MasterCam, AutoCAD and Solid Works are essential.
• Basic skills in Microsoft Office, Outlook and Internet Explorer.

What are the preferred qualifications?

• A master-level trade role that involves crafting custom tools, complex molds, and progressive or transfer dies from scratch using blueprints and raw metal stock Some working knowledge of troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Focuses heavily on troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, repair, and real-time adjustments of active production dies and stamping presses on the shop floor.

To Be a Great Fit For The Role

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have good teamwork and communication skills.
• Must have ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Must be able to work with little or no supervision and meet deadlines..

Education

• One year certificate from college or technical school (Machinist certificate); or equivalent.
• HS Diploma/GED

Experience

• Requires 5 or more years of experience in Tool & Die machine shop. Knowledge of progressive dies a must.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to walk, sit and stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Gross manual dexterity (operating a motor vehicle) is also required.
• Ability to reach with arms and hands; bend, kneel, crouch and/or crawl as well as the ability to see and hear.
• Able to work night shifts and on weekends when required.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to move about in office, warehouse and manufacturing facilities.