Tool And Die Maker Apprentice

Job title:Tool and Die Apprentice

Reports to: Foreman

Supervisory responsibilities: None.

Summary/objective: Engineered Tooling Systems (ETS) is looking for a Tool and Die Maker Apprentice to add to their team! ETS’s program is registered through the Department of Labor. The ideal candidate would have basic machine shop experience, good work ethic, and the ability to stay focused on tasks. Throughout their time in the apprenticeship program, the Apprentice would learn how to properly assist the Tool and Die Makers in analyzing specifications, laying out metal stock, setting up and operating machine tools, fitting/assembling parts to fabricate, and repairing/building dies.

About the Program:

• Program length is 4 years
• Program includes on-the-job training, paid schooling, and detailed job training manual
• Starting pay is $16/hour based on experience - reviews and raises every 6 months
• Apprentices are rotated between day and night shifts every 6 months
  • Day Shift Hours: M-F, 6AM to 4PM & Saturday, 6 AM to 11 AM (55 hours a week)
  • Night Shift Hours: M-F, 4 PM to 2:30 AM (50 hours a week)
• The program is very hands on and utilizes modern technology
• Skills you can expect to learn and utilize in the program:
  • Manual Machining
  • Metallurgy
  • Interpreting Blueprints
  • Fabricating/Welding
  • Assembly of Dies
  • Tryout of Dies
• For this program, a background in mathematics and general mechanical aptitude is preferred

Essential functions:

• Attend and successfully complete all required apprenticeship classes

• Learn and successfully demonstrate ability to operate all required machines, tools, and equipment

• Assist with die construction and tryout

• Maintain appropriate tools

• Follow all safety rules and report unsafe work conditions to management

• Keep current on tool calibration

• Keep work area clean

• Regularly attend work during scheduled work hours

• Perform other job functions as required

• Ability to work nights, come in early and stay late as needed

Required competency, education, and experience:

• Candidate must have high school diploma/GED

• Valid drivers license

Preferred education and experience:

• Machining experience/basic knowledge

Work environment: Manufacturing environment.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to use all limbs

• Ability to lift and move up to 30 pounds

• Ability to receive and carry-out both oral and written instructions safely and efficiently

• Ability to read, write, and speak English

• Ability to wear required PPE

Position type and expected hours of work: Full time. Shifts and schedules vary.

Travel: None.

Compensation/Benefits: ETS offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes competitive pay, dental insurance, vision insurance, health insurance, short term disability, long term disability, company paid life insurance, voluntary life insurance, 401(k) plan with match, education reimbursement, paid vacation and holidays, and flex spending.

Other duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

ETS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ETS does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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