Toolmaker
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Description
Responsible for operating machine tools to produce precision metal parts. Produces small batches or large quantities of metal parts. Ensure products meet precise specifications.
Tasks
- Repairs and performs maintenance and modifications on existing powdered metal tooling as instructed by supervisor or engineering.
- Plan, lay-out and set-up, conventional EDM’s and surface grinders.
- Bring part to final dimensions through polishing and bench work.
- Ability to grind various forms and other geometrical shapes is a must.
- Good trigonometry and geometry math skills is required
- Thorough knowledge of blueprint reading and geometrical dimensioning and tolerancing is required.
- Knowledge of grinding on various hardened tool steels.
- Individual problem-solving skills and ability to work independently will be given precedence over others.
Qualifications / Education
- High school diploma or equivalent, 3-5 years’ experience in a Toolmaker position preferred.
- Proficient in Mathematics and Blueprint Reading
- Ability to take measurements using micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, etc.
- Written and verbal communication
- Lifting a maximum of 25 pounds regularly. This job requires extensive amounts of walking, standing, and sitting.
