Tool & Die Maker - Ditch Witch

Night Shift: 9:00 PM-5:00 AM, with Overtime as necessary
Tool and Die Maker I at Ditch Witch:
This position builds weld fixtures, machine fixtures, drill jigs, forming dies, and other specialized equipment from tool designs, sketches, or verbal instructions. Performs other duties as assigned.
What Will You Do?

• Operates welder, cutting torch, milling machine, lathe, saws, drill press, and other specialized equipment.
• Collect and analyze technical information from a variety of sources.
• Conversations with engineers, equipment operators, and other tooling personnel.
• Utilize and interpret technical documents (drawings, catalogs, etc.).
• Present and demonstrate designs and concepts to appropriate groups.
• Constructs weld, machine, and inspection fixtures using precise layout welding and assembly techniques.
• Inspect, operate, and help modify tooling. This will include using measuring tools (rules, micrometers, calipers, etc.) and hand or power tools (hand/air impact wrenches, screwdrivers, etc.).
• Collaborates with the tool designers and shop personnel to resolve problems related to material characteristics, dimensional tolerances, service requirements, manufacturing procedures, and cost of tools.
• Selects standard items for incorporation into tool design.
• Request changes to improve manufacturing processes related to tool design.
• Provides robotic welding support.

Work Environment:

• Manufacturing plant conditions (indoors, with variable temperature and humidity, noise, and dirt). Occasional outside work.
• Use of personal protective equipment including as specified in the Safety Policy.
• Physical hazards such as powered vehicle, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic, sharp objects, moving machinery, electrical arc-welding equipment, and materials handling.
• Working with hazardous materials, including solvents, oils, grease, and pressurized gases.
• Highly variable duties, workloads, and priorities. Changes often happen with little notice.
• Workdays of up to 11 hours, along with some work on Saturdays.

What Do You Need?

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Demonstrate acceptable layout welding skills and high weld quality.
• Able to communicate effectively over the phone and before small groups of people.
• Able to regularly handle items weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally handle items weighing 50 pounds or more.
• Able to work overtime as needed.
• Have a good work record of self-motivation, teamwork, productivity, and safety.
• Demonstrate basic computer skills.
• Have appropriate reading, clerical, and basic mathematical skills.
• Work well with others in a team setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ yrs. Tool & Die manufacturing experience.
• Welding certification through AWS or other accredited institution.
• Related vocational certificate or associates degree.
• Understanding of programming robotic welding machines.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related needs and conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.