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Ralliant
Tool Maker
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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.
$60,624 / year median in New York
+0% projected growth
Job Description
We're looking for a Tool Maker to join our team!
Your Impact:
Here's where you'll demonstrate your proficiencies: The tool maker position uses appropriate equipment such as Lathes, Mills, surface grinder and other equipment to create tooling and fixtures as required by production.- Generate/read blueprints and use necessary measuring devices to make, or modify, existing tooling, and tools for new or old job prints.
- Work with the production team and process engineering team to design and develop tooling/fixtures for production processes.
- Make sure tools are sharpened and tool holders in good working condition before being placed back on shelf or in tool drawers. Repair or requisition replacement parts, tooling or hardware as needed to maintain adequate stock.
- Set up and operate all tool room machines for specific form tool, tap, drills, or holder for grinding.
- Maintain proper housekeeping and safety standards i.e., proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Participate in department/shift/team meetings.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Tool and Die Maker Apprenticeship/Certification preferred
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience building and maintaining fixtures
- Possesses strong initiative, with ability to identify/recognize and solve problems, selecting solutions from established options.
- Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations.
- Possesses a technical capacity, and thoroughness.
- Teamwork orientation, with the ability to effectively communicate with team members.
- Ability to work independently with moderate guidance
- Delivers quality work consistently.
Working Conditions:
- Regularly exerting up to 20 lbs. of force and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
- Bending body downward and forward at the waist.
- Standing for sustained periods of time.
- Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks.