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Tool and Die Maker - 2nd Shift
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What they do
A Tool and Die Maker builds the tools and dies used to make a variety of products and appliances. Works with mechanical engineers to build and assemble parts according to blueprints.
$56,041 / year median in Kentucky
-1% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for a Tool and Die Maker for our 2nd Shift, 2pm to 10:30pm. Precision Metal Works, manufactures metal stamped parts and components for the appliance and automotive industries. We have approximately 230 team members with two manufacturing facilities in Louisville, KY and one in Frankfort, KY. Our facilities boast over 40 stamping presses, a state-of-the-art powder coating line, robotic welding, cosmetic stainless-steel finishing and numerous assembly operations. Precision Metal Works has an immediate opening for a Tooling & Die Maker. The Tool & Die Maker is responsible to build, repair and maintain tooling and fixtures to the required safety, quality and production standards.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Solid understanding of operating tool room and production equipment.
• Must be able to read all measuring tools (Micrometers, calipers, Dial Indicators, Scales and Height Gauges.) Work from Complicated blue prints, work orders, sketches or instructions. Disassemble, clean and reassemble dies, Molds, jigs, fixtures, etc. Disassemble trouble shoot Die & Mold quality issues, Ability to make complicated details and fixture from examples. Ability to make judgmental calls on complicated tool repairs. Follow all safety rules and keep work area in a clean and orderly condition. Understand geometric dimensioning and tolerancing of component and frame assembly drawings. Understand all tooling stage operations so that quality concerns can be addressed and corrected. Make tooling repairs due to bad hits, double hits, bad set-ups, etc. Be able to change over tooling to produce different parts and to spot tools for proper metal fits. Understand all tooling component functions so that the highest possible run time and quality can be maintained. Maintain preventative maintenance schedules and spare parts inventory for tooling to reduce down time. Performs related duties as assigned.
Job Type:
Full-time Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Ability to
Relocate:
Louisville, KY 40219: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person