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Tool and Die Makers

  • Washington, DC, United States

$35 to $45 USD / hour

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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
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Skills

  • Precision measuring instruments
  • Problem solving
  • Troubleshooting
  • Work independently

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