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Iroquois Industries Inc
Tool & Die Maker (Repairmen) - 1st and 2nd shift
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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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.
$58,852 / year median in Michigan
-7% projected decline
Job Description
Summary Lays out, machines, fits, assembles, and finishes metal castings and parts to make and repair stamping dies by performing the following duties. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Include the following. Other duties may be assigned Studies blueprints of die and product, die models, templates, and prototype parts and visualizes shape, mechanical structure, and operation of die Computes dimensions, plans machining, layout, and assembly operations Measures, marks, and scribes metal stock for machining by other workers Sets up and operates machine tools such as lathe, milling machine, radial drill press, shaper, and grinder, to machine parts to specifications, and verifies conformance of machined parts to specifications Lifts machined parts and positions them for assembly on worktable or surface plate Smoothes flat and contoured surfaces and fits parts to each other Verifies dimensions, clearances, and alignment of members and parts in die Dowels and bolts parts together Works to tolerances as close as 0 Fits and assembles cam operated mechanisms for lateral movement of part of die Connects wiring and hydraulic lines to install electric and hydraulic components Dismantles die and repairs or replaces parts Must be able to alter dies from final build to production status Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- 18 years of age or older with the ability to work extended hours
- Must be able to prove United States work eligibility
- Demonstrates the skills required or aptitude and motivation to master the required skills, essential duties, and responsibilities with reasonable supervision and training
- Preferred Education and/or Experience, but not required: Associate's Degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or five to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Demonstrate the ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.