Tool & Die Maker

GAF Materials Corp.; Burgaw (NC); On-site; USD 4,669,960 - 6,651,156; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

401(k) plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Work-life balance programs

Family-building benefits

Job summary

GAF Materials Corp. is seeking a Tool & Die Maker in Burgaw, North Carolina, who will utilize drawings and specifications to operate machine tools and produce quality parts. Successful candidates will have a solid background in machining, be capable of working in a team environment, and maintain safety standards.

This position offers a competitive base hourly rate of $41.09, alongside comprehensive health insurance options and benefits tailored for employee well-being and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5 years of manufacturing experience required.
• Proficient use of both conventional and CNC machining equipment.
• Experience with industrial pneumatic and hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machine tools such as lathes and milling machines.
• Construct, alter, and repair various tools and metal stamping dies.
• Read and interpret blueprints and sketches.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Mathematical skills

Technical expertise

CNC machining

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Apprenticeship certification (preferred)

Associate Degree in a related field (preferred)

Tools

CNC machine tools

Conventional machining equipment

Computer-aided design software

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a Tool & Die Maker to use drawings, sketches, and concept models to determine project specifications. The role involves setting up and operating machine tools, finishing, adjusting parts, and testing tools to meet quality standards. Exceptional mechanical and mathematical skills, technical expertise, and a positive team-oriented attitude are essential.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate conventional and CNC machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, grinders, and Wire EDM machines to produce parts to prescribed dimensions and finishes.
• Construct, alter, and repair a variety of tools, metal stamping dies, jigs, fixtures, and gauges to achieve tight tolerances.
• Read and interpret blueprints and sketches.
• Develop and design new tools and dies using computer-aided design software; Mastercam experience is a plus.
• Select appropriate materials from a range of metals and alloys based on properties such as hardness, durability, and application.
• Maintain a strong working knowledge of progressive dies and troubleshoot issues promptly.
• Perform work in a team-centered, Safety First environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• 5years of manufacturing experience.
• Proficient use of both conventional and CNC machining equipment.
• Physical ability and stamina to perform diversified maintenance work in a manufacturing plant: stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and lift, push or pull up to 50pounds.
• Apprenticeship certification preferred.
• Associate Degree in a related field preferred.
• Experience with industrial pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Lock, Tag, Verify training.

Physical Demands

• Stationary or moving, standing, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, handling, gripping, and communicating.
• Occasional lifting, pulling, pushing, operating with force, and repetitive motions.
• Work in conditions of extreme or occasional cold, heat, humidity, wetness, noise, vibration, temperature change, and atmospheric variations.

Compensation

Base hourly rate: $41.09

Benefits

• Health insurance options including medical, dental, and vision for employees and families.
• Family‑building benefits supporting fertility and parenthood journeys.
• Robust 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Work‑life balance programs: wellness, free financial coaching, referral program, and product rebates.
• Professional growth opportunities and generous tuition reimbursement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity based on qualifications, experience, and merit, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.