Senior Tool & Die

Summary : Analyzes specifications, lays out metal stock, sets up and operates machine tools, and fits and assembles parts to fabricate and repair metalworking dies, cutting tools, jigs and fixtures, gauges, and machinists' hand tools by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Studies specifications such as blueprints, sketches, models, or descriptions, and visualizes product to determine materials required and machines to be used to fabricate parts.
• Computes dimensions, plans layout, and determines assembly method and sequence of operations.
• Measures, marks, and scribes metal stock for machining.
• Sets up and operates machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, and grinders, to machine parts, and verifies conformance of machined parts to specifications.
• Verifies dimensions, alignments, and clearances.
• Examines standard or previously used dies, tools, jigs, and fixtures, and recommends design modifications regarding construction and function of part.
• Develops specifications from general descriptions for specialty tools and draws or sketches design of product.
• Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.
• Continues to grow lean knowledge and uses the tools to identify and assist with continuous improvement.
• Complies with safety regulations and maintains clean and orderly work areas.

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