Job Details

Job Location: Lancaster - Lancaster, PA

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Contractor: Senior Tool and Die Maker with CNC, 1st Shift

Job Specific Competencies:

Analyze specifications, layout metal stock, set up and operate machine tools, fit and assemble details to repair metal stamping progressing dies, cutting tools, fixtures and gauges
Dismantle dies, repair/replace damaged details or components, verify that the repaired dies operate correctly.
Rework of damaged components
Complete the change-over, as required, on multi-use tooling
Recognize and repair tooling failures while doing preventive maintenance on the bench
Set up and operate tool room equipment including mills, lathes and grinders to cut, bore, grind and shape parts to specific dimensions
Heat-treat tooling components as required to print specifications
Record all maintenance notes and issues in the work task portion of the work order
Specify components required as needed for inventory
Read and interpret engineering drawings, sketches, models, for fabricating tools, dies or assemblies and build quality components within tolerances of one-thousandths of an inch
Work as a team member within the toolroom department on all tooling issues
Capable of interacting with fellow team members in a professional manner
Proficient in reading blueprints, using measurement tools to conform to specifications (mics, calipers, dial indications, gauge blocks, functional gauges) to verify dimensions, alignment and clearances of finished parts
Proficient with standard tool room equipment/machinery (lathe, mill, surface grinder, drill press, etc.) as well as experience working with a variety of steels
Follow company procedures for safety training
Train/mentor other associates in machining and repair practices as required
Attends and participates in associate meetings as scheduled
Use of overhead crane
Excellent mechanical skills
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and accomplish in a timely manner when appropriate
Continuous improvement focus
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality

Qualifications

A minimum of 3 years’ experience working with metal stamping dies
Former experience working with progressive dies at a precision metal stamping plant
Experience in die repair and maintenance of progressive die production issues, preventative maintenance, continuous improvement, etc.
Knowledge of tooling materials and their characteristics