Tool Maker & Die Maintenance in York,PA,US

Purpose:

Perform fabrication, assembly, repair, and maintenance of precision tooling and progressive dies to ensure accurate, high-quality production. Support manufacturing operations by maintaining tools and dies, producing first-piece samples, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring safety and efficiency. Beneficiaries include production personnel, quality assurance teams, and end customers who rely on high-quality tooling and parts.

Responsibilities:

Assemble, repair, groom, and maintain progressive dies and machine tools into sub-units or complete units. Fabricate tooling to print tolerances using grinders, mills, lathes, and other tool room equipment. Interpret blueprints, design sketches, and die assemblies to ensure proper dimensions, tolerances, and alignment. Utilize inspection tools and metrology equipment (micrometer, caliper, optical comparator) to verify tooling and product accuracy. Perform die alignment checks and first-piece sample production on presses to meet customer specifications. Remove, install, and set up dies in presses, troubleshooting as needed to resolve production issues. Record and store die tooling efficiently; maintain accurate records of die maintenance and preventive maintenance in Die Log Book. Consult with management regarding modifications to tooling or dies and document any changes. Maintain clean and safe work areas using good housekeeping practices. Perform additional duties as assigned by Manufacturing Manager, Die Maintenance Supervisor, or Stamped Products Supervisor.

Shifts, Hours & Compensation:

2nd Shift•

Die Maintenance Hours:

3:30 PM•12:00

Midnight Rate:

+10% shift premium

Healthcare:

100% insurance premium coverage for employee, partner, and all children (Medical, Dental, Vision), valued at $5-6 per hour 1st Shift•

Toolmakers Hours:

7:00 AM•3:30

PM Healthcare:

100% insurance premium coverage for employee, partner, and all children (Medical, Dental, Vision), valued at $5-6 per hour

Experience & Skills:

Preferred:

Completion of a state-approved apprenticeship or 5-10 years of experience with high-speed progressive dies. Ability to diagnose issues with progressive stamping dies. For Toolmakers (1st Shift): Detailed experience with grinding, tight-tolerance CNC work, tool mills, and tool & die making. Stamping die experience is a plus.

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of an apprenticeship or at least 5 years of experience in tool & die making; or one-year vocational training or 3 years of experience in die maintenance/stamping. Familiarity with concepts, practices, and procedures in tool fabrication, die maintenance, and stamping operations. Ability to perform basic math using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and metric/English conversions; basic understanding of algebra and geometry. Ability to read and interpret safety rules, set-up, operating, and maintenance instructions. Proficiency in blueprint reading with geometric tolerances and interpreting die assemblies, change-over, and detail prints. Mechanical aptitude and ability to solve practical and mechanical problems. Ability to write routine correspondence and reports. Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions. Must successfully complete all training requirements as listed on the training matrix for this position. Must be available for scheduled work: normal 8-hour workdays, night shifts, and weekend work as necessary.