Tool Maker II

Dover Corporation; Milwaukie (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Corporation – Vehicle Service Group (VSG) is a global leader in vehicle service equipment, with extensive manufacturing in the U.S., Europe and Asia. This role focuses on operating and setting up tool and die making processes using CNC and conventional machine tools to produce precision tooling and dies.

Responsibilities include analyzing drawings and CAD/CAM models, selecting appropriate machines, and ensuring tooling meets specifications while communicating effectively with the team.

Qualifications

• Analyzing blueprints, CAD/CAM/CAE models and engineering specs to define tool dimensions.
• Setting up and operating machine tools for tooling manufacturing and repair.
• Recommending design/material revisions based on machinability or fabrication issues.

Responsibilities

• Works under moderate supervision; routine problems may require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures.
• Communicates information that requires explanation or interpretation to team members and supervisors.
• Performs tool and die preparation, setup, and adjustment to support manufacturing needs.

Skills

Blueprint analysis

CAD/CAM/CAE

CNC operation

Tool setup

Problem solving

Tools

Lathe

Drill press

Milling machine

Grinder

Boring machine

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW: Dover’s Vehicle Service Group (VSG) is the global leader in vehicle service equipment. It is one of the founding companies of Dover Corporation, an eight billion dollar diversified global manufacturer. VSG consists of fifteen leading vehicle lifting (Rotary, Forward, Blitz, Ravaglioli etc.), collision repair (Chief), wheel services, diagnostics (Butler, Rotary, Chief and Ravaglioli) and tier-one automotive brands (Warn Automotive) with operations worldwide, including regional business operation centers and large manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Europe and Asia.

Tool & Die Making Operations focuses on operating computer and/or mechanically controlled machine tools to produce and repair precision metal tools and dies for use in manufacturing including: Analyzing blueprints, computer-aided design (CAD/CAM/CAE) models, and engineering specifications to define the dimensions and features of the cutting/shaping tools, forms, molds, gauges, and jigs/fixtures. Determining the optimal tool path for fabricating the tool/form/mold by selecting appropriate machine tools (e.g., lathes, drill presses, milling machines, grinders, boring machines, etc.) and specifying the sequence of tool operations. Manually setting up/adjusting machine tools and/or loading instructions into computer numeric control (CNC) systems. Recommending revisions in design and/or substitutions in material based on machinability or fabrication problems encountered. A Support 2 requires basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and may require vocational or technical education. Responsibilities typically include: Works under moderate supervision.. Problems are typically of a routine nature, but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures.. Communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation.

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.