Tool Maker

Dover Corporation; Whitsett (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

OPW, a Dover Corporation business, seeks a skilled Tool Maker to design, fabricate, modify, and maintain precision tooling and fixtures supporting manufacturing operations. You will interpret engineering drawings and operate manual and CNC equipment to produce precision components.

Work closely with Engineering and Production to troubleshoot tooling, develop solutions, and ensure tooling supports safe, efficient production.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience in tool making or precision machining.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, dimensions and tolerances.
• Experience setting up and operating both manual and CNC machining equipment.
• Experience with tool room equipment such as mills, lathes and grinders.
• Experience programming CNC equipment using G-code and M-code.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret engineering drawings to determine dimensions and tolerances.
• Plan and perform machining operations to fabricate, modify, or maintain tooling and fixtures.
• Set up and operate mills, lathes, grinders, and other tool room equipment.
• Program CNC equipment using G-code and M-code.
• Inspect parts with calipers and micrometers to verify conformance.

Job description

Since 1892, OPW customers have been able to count on us to revolutionize fluid-handling operations around the world. As a global leader in fluid-handling solutions, the mission of OPW is to be a developer of a comprehensive array of innovative fluid-handling solutions that our customers can consistently and reliably count on. These include loading and unloading systems for high-value hazardous and non-hazardous bulk products; railcar and transport tank-truck valves, gauging devices and tank-monitoring systems; automated storage-terminal controls and systems; and regulators, fittings, valves, vaporizers, vacuum-jacketed piping and gas-handling systems for the safe handling and distribution of cryogenics and industrial gases. OPW also creates and manufactures touch-free and soft-touch vehicle wash systems, entry systems and wash chemicals. OPW has more than 2,000 employees with manufacturing operations in North America, Europe and China, and sales offices around the world. OPW is part of the Clean Energy & Fueling segment of Dover (NYSE: DOV).

What You’ll Get to Do:

The Tool Maker is a highly skilled machining professional responsible for designing, fabricating, modifying, repairing, and maintaining precision tooling, fixtures, gauges, and related components used to support manufacturing operations. This position interprets engineering drawings and specifications, determines appropriate machining methods, and operates manual and CNC equipment to produce precision components.

The Tool Maker works closely with Engineering, Production, Maintenance, and CNC machining personnel to troubleshoot tooling and manufacturing issues, develop solutions, and ensure tooling supports safe, efficient, and consistent production.

How You’ll Do It:

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, sketches, models, and specifications to determine dimensions, tolerances, materials, and machining requirements.
• Plan and perform machining operations required to fabricate, modify, repair, or maintain tooling, fixtures, gauges, prototypes, and production components.
• Set up and operate manual and CNC machine tools, including mills, lathes, grinders, saws, and other tool room equipment.
• Program CNC equipment using applicable G-code and M-code programming.
• Design, build, modify, and repair jigs, fixtures, cutting tools, templates, and other tooling used to support manufacturing operations.
• Machine components to specified dimensions, tolerances, and surface finishes using appropriate tooling and machining methods.
• Perform precision inspection using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other measuring equipment to verify conformance to specifications.
• Fit, assemble, grind, shim, and adjust components to achieve proper fit, alignment, and functionality.
• Troubleshoot tooling, fixture, and machining issues and make necessary modifications or repairs to support production.
• Conduct test runs and validate completed tooling to ensure parts meet dimensional and functional requirements.
• Support production and engineering teams in resolving tooling-related quality, efficiency, and manufacturability issues.
• Safely lift, position, and secure workpieces using appropriate material-handling equipment.
• Perform routine cleaning, lubrication, and basic upkeep of assigned tool room equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area in accordance with established safety and 6S requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities focused on safety, quality, productivity, tooling performance, and manufacturing processes.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Role:

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Five or more years of experience in tool making, precision machining, or a closely related machining environment.
• Demonstrated experience setting up and operating both manual and CNC machining equipment.
• Experience with tool room equipment such as mills, engine lathes, surface grinders, ID/OD grinders, saws, and related equipment.
• Experience programming CNC equipment using G-code and M-code.
• Strong working knowledge of cutting tools, machining processes, materials, and basic tool grinding.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, and gauges.

Preferred

• Technical or trade school training in machining, tool and die, or a related discipline; Associate degree preferred.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software.
• Experience with simultaneous 5-axis machining.
• Experience designing or fabricating jigs, fixtures, gauges, or other production tooling.

This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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