Tool + Die Maker

Wescon Controls, LLC

WICHITA, KS

LOCATION

Job Description

As posted by the hiring company

Job Overview:

Responsibilities include the fabrication and repairs of precision tools such as die cast molds, stamping dies, precision jigs & fixtures. Set up and operate lathes, mills, saws, and surface grinders to produce tools. Requires 3-5 years’ experience in machine shop environment.

Essential Functions: (essential functions, including how an individual is to perform them and frequency at which tasks are performed; the tasks must be part of the job function and truly necessary or required to perform the job)

Fabricate precision tooling and prototype parts using blue prints and sketches.
Troubleshoot and perform maintenance on sheet metal stamping dies. (Progression, single hit, and form dies.)
Responsible for final assembly and fitting fabricated components.
Operate CNC machinery in the fabrication of tooling and prototype parts.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Assists Journeyman tool and die maker in the fabrication and assembly of precision tools.

Korn Ferry Competencies:

Setup and operate machine shop equipment such as manual milling machines, lathes, saws, & surface grinders.
Understand and know how to use precision measuring equipment such as height gauge, gauge pins, and etc.
Ability to read and interpret blue prints.
Ability to operate CNC Machines using CAM software and conversational programming.
General shop math skills for print conversion and basic geometry.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Continue growth and understanding in machine shop practices utilizing available equipment.

Required education and experience: (education and experience based on requirements that are job-related and consistent with business necessity)

High School Diploma or GED
Own basic tools required to measure and check machined components such as calipers, micrometers, etc.
3 years’ experience in tool making
3 years’ experience working in a machine shop environment

Preferred education and experience: (preferred education and experience based on requirements that are job related and consistent with business necessity)

Associate degree and/or technical certificate from an accredited institution
Experience fabricating weldments and/or fixtures using MIG and TIG welding practices.
Experience in the fabrication of sheet metal components using sheet metal shear, brake, and etc.

Additional eligibility qualifications: (additional requirements such as certifications, industry-specific experience and the experience working with certain equipment)

Special Position Requirements: (Any security, risk, hazard or related special conditions which apply to the position)

Physical Demands/ Equipment used to perform the job:

Must be able to frequently lift and move up to 50 lbs.
Able to work standing for up to 10 hours a day
Must have the dexterity to operate manual shop equipment
Able to work overtime as needed
Ability to concentrate and work in a loud work environment

Disclaimers:

*It is Wescon Controls policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex/gender, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment and to all of our locations.

*This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.