Tool And Die Maker - Setup Technician

Tool and die makers are skilled crafters working in a manufacturing industry.Our Tool and die makers work in production and also run a line.You’re skilled craftspeople who typically learn their trade through a combination of academic coursework and with substantial period of on-the-job training that is functionally an apprenticeship. You make jigs, fixtures, dies, gauges , machine tools other tools used in manufacturing processesRead and interpret blueprints, sketches, and specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of tools and diesDesign and build tools and jigs using various machines and toolsInspect finished tools and dies for accuracy and qualityRepair and maintain existing tools and diesCollaborate with production teams to troubleshoot and resolve tool/die and roll forming issuesEnsure that all tools and dies meet safety standardsMaintain accurate records of tool and die maintenance and repairsSet up and install dies in press machines according to specificationsSet coils on mandrel and feed up and in to dieAdjust and align dies and roll forming cassettes for optimal operation and product qualityConduct trial runs after die setup to ensure proper functioning and outputInspect tooling and equipment before and after use to detect defects or wearRecommend minor repairs and maintenance on dies and related machineryWork closely with machine operators, maintenance staff, and quality control to support production goalsTroubleshoot die and press problems to minimize downtimeOperate overhead craneYou're also responsible for running the production line