Tool and Die Maker

**What we offer you:

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• 4 days on, 4 days off, 12-hour workdays. Eight (8) hours each day is regular pay, 3 ½ hours each day is time and a half
• Rate of pay is $29.32/hour, increases based on individual performance, your gained knowledge determines when you get a pay increase
• Overtime is available
• Weekly pay
• A benefit package that is affordable without an increased contribution for additional dependents, a company sponsored pension as well as a matching 401(k), tuition reimbursement, annual incentive pay
• Monthly employee surprises (food trucks, giveaways, etc.)

**What you'll do:

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• Work from blueprint, sketch, sample parts or verbal instructions
• Requires a knowledge of advance shop mathematics; the ability to use charts and tables as found in handbooks; the planning and laying out of shop work; the determining of metal flow in dies; a knowledge of all metals sufficient to select a suitable type steel for tools; requires a knowledge of the working and hardening properties of metal, such as aluminum brass, cast and wrought iron and various steels; the dimensions and uses of standard bolts, screws , threads and tapers
• Use precision measuring instruments such as micrometer, scale, vernier caliper, height, depth gauge, telescope gauge, dial indicators, comparator, etc. Use Machinist’s hand tools such as scrapers, chisels, files, etc., to obtain proper fits. Scrape surfaces to re-align or rebuild machines
• Layout and develop templates and patterns for die development and other purposes; construct and develop rectangular and tapered draw dies, perforating dies, upsetting dies, threader tooling and other complicated tooling such as gauges; assists engineering in experimental and development work as directed by Supervisor; may recommend design changes to engineering
• Overhaul various machines and equipment, recommending and making all necessary repairs; making and replacing worn and/or broken parts and assemble as necessary for proper operation when this level of expertise is required for the particular job

**You'll love it here if you:

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• Want the chance to work for an industry leader and a company that provides a great culture where you feel like a member of our family
• Like performing bench work such as filing, peening, fitting and polishing
• Like constructing machine parts to precise dimensions as required as a Tool and Die Maker

**What you'll need to have:

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• Technical Program Certification Completion
• Above average Analytical and troubleshooting ability
• Tool and Die Maker experience
• Preferred skills: Strong Team Skills, Strong communication skills, manufacturing environment background in Tool & Die capacity

**Who are we:

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• Global Fortune 500 packaging company with 109 manufacturing facilities in North and South America, Europe, and Asia
• A leading supplier of sustainable metal and plastic packaging solutions for consumer goods products for food, beverage, healthcare, garden, home, personal care, and beauty product
• A stable, reliable, and environmentally conscious company

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.

Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.

Silgan is a drug-free workplace.

You should be proficient in:

• High School / GED
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Tool/Die/Mold Setup Experience
• Tool/Die/Mold Repair Skills

Salary info:

$29.32 - $29.32 / hr