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AGS Automotive

Tool & Die Repair

Job Description

Tool & Die Repair AGS Automotive - 3.0 Sterling Heights, MI Job Details Full-time $35 - $39 an hour 3 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Journeyman License Shop math High school diploma or GED Full Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
This role analyzes specifications, lays out metal stock, sets up and operates machine tools, and fits and assembles parts to make and repair dies, cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and machinists' hand tools
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Work from blueprints, drawings, layouts or other specifications to plan sequences of operations for fabricating dies or assemblies Visualize and compute dimensions, sizes, shapes and tolerances of assemblies, based upon specifications Set up and operate conventional machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, drill presses, CNC machines and grinders to cut, bore, grind or otherwise shape parts to prescribed dimensions and finishes File, grind, shim and adjust different parts to properly fit them together Fit and assemble parts, repair or modify dies, gauges and tools using machine tools and hand tools Inspect finished dies for smoothness, contour conformity and defects Lift, position, and secure machine parts on surface plates or worktables, using hoists, vises, V-blocks or angle plates Measure, mark, and scribe metal or plastic stock to lay out machining, using instruments such as protractors, micrometers, scribes and rulers Cut, shape, and trim blanks or blocks to specified lengths or shapes, using power saws, power shears, rulers and hand tools Design jigs, fixtures and templates for use as work aids in the fabrication of parts or products Assist in die changes, first piece approval Drive a forklift and/or operate overhead crane to transport dies as well as other heavy equipment Additional duties with similar responsibilities may be assigned as necessary
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) Minimum 5 years' experience with die repair or new build Preferred experience in a production environment Journeyman's card in tool and die making or machining, with deep draw die experience preferred, not required Welding experience preferred, not required Basic knowledge of mathematics
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Able to stand/walk for the duration of shift (8+ hours) Able to lift up to 50lbs unassisted. Able to perform frequent repetitive motions. Able to withstand noisy environment.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
None

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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

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