Tool and Die Maker jobs in Allentown, PA

Job Summary:

Builds and repairs custom machine shop tools using machining equipment and measuring instruments. Works from blueprints and sketches to create or modify prototypes, tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and molds. Calculates the dimensions and tolerances required to set up the machine tools. Operates lathes, grinders, milling, and boring machines to produce tools. Generally, is participating in an apprenticeship or on the job training program. May require an associate degree or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. May require Apprenticeship certificate.

A02-Intermediate: Gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Works under moderate supervision. Typically requires 1-3 years of related experience.

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CNC Machine Programming Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) Machining Precision Measurement Reading Blueprints/Diagrams

Essential Job Functions:

• Under general supervision and without technical guidance, other than engineering input, performs the most difficult development work. Plans, designs, constructs, or repairs a wide variety of highly intricate and complicated tools, dies, jigs, gauges, fixtures, to extremely close tolerances; down to .0001.”

• Constructs tools where no design is available. Selects allowances and devises mechanism detail.

• Does highly skilled fitting, adjusting, and timing.

• Performs any tool room machine operation including but not limited to mills, lathes, grinders, profile grinders, heat treatment and annealing.

• Works from complicated drawings and sketches. Experience with cold heading tooling is a plus!

• Uses advanced shop mathematics and all types of precision measuring instruments.

• Typical work products include multi-station progressive dies, intricate compound dies of irregular shape, sub-press dies for parts of delicate outline and complex index milling fixtures.

• Willing to train a qualified candidate to assemble, construct and modify high speed & carbide header tooling.

• Observe all safety rules. Maintains a neat and well-organized work area. Other duties as directed by Engineering Department

Education and Experience:

• Tool and die maker, typically requiring trade school and five or more years of tool room experience, or equivalent.
• Capable of using standard tools and measurement devices (GD&T) such as micrometers, scales, rulers, depth gauges and calipers.
• Ability to interpret safety instructions, job orders, blueprints, quality specifications, and other related documents.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong math and mechanical reasoning skills.
• Ability to contribute as part of a team.
• Good close vision and depth perception skills.
• Positive attitude, good judgment, and excellent time management skills.
• Strong sense of responsibility and ownership

EEOC Statement:

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