Toolmaker Tier I: Precision Die & Tooling Specialist

Dana Corp; Pottstown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Corp is seeking a skilled Toolmaker to plan and operate machine shop tooling for dies, using lathe, milling machines, shapers, grinders, and related tools. Responsible for ensuring materials, tolerances, cutting tools, coolants, and feeds meet specifications.

The role emphasizes repairing and optimizing production tooling, verifying dimensions with micrometers and dial indicators, and working safely in compliance with PPE and crane operations.

Qualifications

• Must hold Journeyman classification in Toolmaker trade or have bonafide apprenticeship with certificate or eight years practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Plans the setup and operation of machine shop tools including lathe, milling machines, shapers, and grinders.
• Repairs and optimizes production tooling while meeting safety, quality, and production goals.
• Verifies dimensions and alignments with micrometers, thickness gauges, gauge blocks, and dial indicators.
• Inspects die performance by installing and testing dies and comparing finished product to specifications.
• Resolves assembly problems by modifying assemblies to meet specs and requesting resources as needed.
• Performs die repair, inspection, troubleshooting, and tooling operation to ensure defect-free products.
• Answers production calls and performs repairs as needed.
• Assists in die set-ups for tryouts and modifications.
• Disassembles tooling for repair or sharpening.
• Sharpens die sections and punches.
• Follows safety procedures and uses PPE; operates overhead cranes as required.

Education

Journeyman Toolmaker or equivalent apprenticeship with certification or 8 years practical experience

Tools

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Gauge blocks

Job description

Dana Corp is seeking a skilled Toolmaker to plan and operate machine shop tooling for dies, using lathe, milling machines, shapers, grinders, and related tools. Responsible for ensuring materials, tolerances, cutting tools, coolants, and feeds meet specifications.

The role emphasizes repairing and optimizing production tooling, verifying dimensions with micrometers and dial indicators, and working safely in compliance with PPE and crane operations.