tool and die maker

Location

Windsor, ON | Canada

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

Work site environment

• Noisy
• Dusty

Work setting

• In shop

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Compute dimensions and tolerances and set up machine tools
• Instruct apprentices
• Verify machined parts for conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments
• Program CNC machine tools
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
• Machine, fit and assemble castings and other parts to make metal moulds, cores boxes and precision models of required shape
• Inspect and test final products
• Set up and operate electrical discharge machines (EDM)
• Lay out, shape and assemble patterns of metal, wood, plastic and other materials from blueprints, models or templates
• Position, secure, measure and work metal stock or castings to lay out for machining
• Set up, operate and maintain a variety of conventional and computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Tool and Die Maker Trade Certification

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Mastercam CAD/CAM
• AutoCAD

Tool and die fabrication experience

• Gauges or instruments
• Metal cutting, forming or bending dies

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Handling heavy loads
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Other benefits

• Free parking available

Job tags

Salary