Tool and Die Maker

Danville, AR 72833

Posted: 09/14/2023 Industry: Production Job Number: AW831087914 Pay Rate: $55000-85000 / year

Job Description

FirstStaff is looking for an experiences Tool and Die Maker that can work in our client's facility in Danville, AR. You will ensure that all products meet our strict specifications prior to be shipped out to clients. 
The Tool and Die Maker will cut, shape, finish and maintain tools made and will forge diecasts to create molds as needed. You must fully understand the requirements for the product or service and have a sense of responsibility towards our potential and existing customers as well as the competition.

The goal is to help preserve our client's reputation by ensuring that products and services are capable to drive sustainable growth.
Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Uses tools and dies to build fixtures; creates dies as required to construct new fixtures.
  • Repairs dies, molds, and tools when needed; disassembles molds, jigs, tools, and fixtures, then reassembles when repaired.
  • Reads and understands blueprints and complicated schematics as required to create and build new fixtures, tools, and machine parts.
  • Uses computer-aided design (CAD) software to create designs and/or turn designs into blueprints.
  • Inspects completed tools and dies for signs of imperfection or damage that may affect functionality.  
  • Regularly tests all equipment, tools, and machines to ensure they are arranged and set properly and working efficiently.
  • Modifies machines to control speed, material feed, or path of cut as required to ensure a quality product is produced within specifications.
  • Maintains a safe, clean, and well-organized workspace.  
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to safely and accurately operate all measuring and production equipment.
  • Working understanding of geometry, trigonometry, and algebra.
  • Thorough understanding of metallic properties.
  • Ability to work independently, and with engineers and machinists.  
  • Proficient with computer-aided design (CAD) software.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Education and Experience:
  • Successful completion of an apprentice program with a licensed professional or established company required.
  • On-the job training available.  
  • Tool and diemaker certification required.
  • Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

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Bobbe Bennett
Little Rock

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