Tool and Die Makers
- Washington, DC, United States
$35 to $45 USD / hour
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Job details
- Pay
- $35 to $45 USD / hour
- Experience
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in a tool and die environment.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Tuition assistance
- Vision insurance
Job Responsibilities:
• Fabrication & Repair: Construct, alter, and repair a wide variety of tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and gauges to very close tolerances.
• Machine Operation: Set up and operate machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, and grinders to machine parts.
• Blueprint Analysis: Study specifications, engineering blueprints, and tool orders to plan work.
• Design & Layout: Draw preliminary sketches; prepare layout and detail drawings.
• Strategy Development: Develop efficient strategies for fabricating designed dies using the most suitable machining resources.
• Quality & Safety: Meet all quality and efficiency expectations while complying with safety regulations and maintaining a clean, orderly work area.
Skills, Knowledge, and Experience Required:
• Education: Minimum 4 years of high school/vocational school; completion of an apprentice program is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in a tool and die environment.
• Language: Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Technical Skills: Ability to interpret engineering specifications, including operative sheets, drawings, and sketches.
• Mathematical Aptitude: Demonstrated ability to use shop mathematics, including geometric and trigonometric formulas.
• Precision: Experience working with close dimensional tolerances and using all types of precision measuring instruments.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to work independently.
What We Offer (Benefits Package):
- Competitive Hourly Pay
- Comprehensive Medical/Rx Insurance
- 401(K) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO), Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays
- Vacation Time
- Tuition Assistance
More about this job
Skills
- Precision measuring instruments
- Problem solving
- Troubleshooting
- Work independently