Tool And Die Maker (Relo Virginia Beach, VA)

Aerotek • Dallas, TX

408d • $78,000 - $83,200

About The Position

The Tool and Die Maker position at Aerotek involves fabricating parts and molds based on detailed specifications. The role requires advanced skills in machining and toolmaking, with a focus on precision and quality. The ideal candidate will work independently and collaboratively in a team environment, utilizing a variety of shop equipment and techniques to produce high-quality tools and components.

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent.
• 4+ years of experience with progressive die tool and die making.
• Proficiency in tool and die making, surface grinding, EDM, injection molding, and manual milling.
• Comprehensive knowledge of advanced shop mathematics, including trigonometry.
• Working knowledge of gages, precision measuring instruments, and inspection equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Possess 4 and 5 axis CNC skills for mill or lathe.
• Extensive knowledge of detail cutting tool geometry for different cutting tool types and materials.
• Ability to multi-task and run multiple pieces of equipment simultaneously.
• Experience in setting up and assembling new equipment.
• Experience in preventative maintenance and repair on injection molds including electrical and hydraulic components.
• Ability to reverse engineer and manufacture mold components.
• Sinker EDM experience.
• Basic welding skills (TIG, Micro) for minor touch-up work.

Responsibilities

• Possess a complete set of toolmaker skills with all shop equipment (milling, lathe, precision grinding, polishing, and fitting) and able to make parts to print.
• Machine flat and contoured surfaces, grind and fit assemblies together and into mechanisms using surface grinders.
• Perform advanced manual machining operations including milling contours, engraving, turning threads, boring pockets, grinding flats, diameters, shoulders, slots, and dressing radii with specified accuracy and in a timely manner.
• Maintain close and exacting tolerances and finish requirements ensuring the highest quality workmanship on all tools, gages, and fixtures with minimal scrap.
• Apply advanced shop mathematics, including trigonometry, and utilize comprehensive knowledge of gages, precision measuring instruments, and inspection equipment.
• Work independently with minimal guidance in a team environment and perform additional related duties as required.
• Multi-task and run multiple pieces of equipment simultaneously.
• Set up and assemble new equipment and support manufacturing and engineering on new and existing product lines.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repair on injection molds including electrical and hydraulic components.
• Reverse engineer and manufacture mold components within time limitations and rebuild complete hot runner systems.
• Possess sinker EDM experience and basic welding skills (TIG, Micro) for minor touch-up work.
• Complete complex mold repairs and spot shutoffs.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health insurance effective within one month of start
• Multiple bonus opportunities
• Relocation assistance
• 401(k) with company match and pension
• Comprehensive relocation assistance package
• Climate-controlled shop environment
• All tools supplied by the company
• 7.5% night shift differential

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: High school or GED