Tool and Die Maker / Prototype Machinist Position - Private company : Job Details

Position Summary:

This is a skilled support role which supports both engineering, prototype, and production tooling requirements. This position requires a master machinist skillset that is capable of independent work to solve manufacturing issues as well as collaboration with other departments and disciplines to support company need across a wide array of tasks.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operation of various manual and CNC equipment such as CNC lathes, milling and drilling machines, grinders and secondary process equipment to machine or fabricate components for prototype and/or tooling builds.

• CNC programming as well and manual machining practices.

• Ability to independently select required operations and tooling required to achieve desired geometry through various machining processes.

• Mount, align and secure work holding, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines.

• Ability to perform required metrology to verify results.

• Ability to determine requirements for and manufacturing processes supporting workholding.

• Complex shop math calculations work to tight tolerances.

• Interpret part drawings and process instructions.

• Work with engineering, production, and quality to meet business requirements thru the repair and or fabrication of components for complex assemblies.

• Process determination for repair of nonconforming products.

• Tooling design and/or fabrication.

• Repairs dies, molds, tools and workholding when needed. Disassembles, troubleshoots, repairs and reassembles as needed.

• Record information or data describing work performed or defects found.

• Follow all safety policies and procedures, including required PPE.

• Work overtime as required (mandatory at times) by the business.

• Maintain established standards of quality, productivity & attendance.

• Able to work in a high-volume production environment.

• Performs other related tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications / Education /Experience:

• High School degree or GED Certificate

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Equivalent experience minimum 10 years on the job training.

• Machining / Manufacturing experience required.

• Certified and proficient in Mastercam and Solid works preferred

• Ability to read, Write, understand, and edit G code programming for a variety of CNC machines preferred

• Familiar with Mil specifications in the aerospace industry preferred

• Familiar with ISO 9000 requirements preferred

• Driven and self-motivated, effective verbal and written communicator

• Flexible/adaptable in a changing environment

• Ability to take constructive feedback on opportunities.

• Displays good judgement – quality & safety.

• Ability to learn and apply new skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.