About

• SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Tool & Die Maker is responsible for designing, fabricating, maintaining, and repairing precision tooling used in ceramic forming processes. This role supports manufacturing operations by producing high-quality dies, molds, fixtures, and gauges to meet customer and production specifications.

• ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• * Design and fabricate compaction dies, extrusion dies, isostatic pins, and injection molds.

• * Repair and refurbish worn or damaged dies and tooling.

• * Create tooling for compaction, isostatic, and extrusion processes using detailed engineering prints.

• * Fabricate fixtures, jigs, and gauges based on prints and/or sketches to support manufacturing operations.

• * Analyze part designs to determine appropriate machining methods and manufacturing sequences.

• * Select appropriate raw materials for the fabrication of tooling, fixtures, and gauges.

• * Troubleshoot forming and manufacturing issues related to tooling.

• * Perform routine maintenance on tool room equipment.

• * Measure tooling components using precision measuring instruments to verify conformance to specifications.

• * Perform other related duties and assignments as directed.

• EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS

• * Associate degree in Machine Tool Technology or equivalent experience.

• * High school diploma or GED required.

• * Completion of a Tool & Die Apprenticeship program or equivalent education and experience.

• * Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints and technical drawings.

• * Strong math skills, including proficiency in shop trigonometry.

* Advanced skill in setup and operation of Tool & Die equipment, including

• * Lathes, milling machines, drill presses

• * Surface and centerless grinders

• * Jig grinders and jig borers

• * CNC and Electrical Discharge Machines (EDM)

• * Highly skilled in bench work, including fitting, polishing, and lapping.

• * Ability to manufacture tooling components to extremely tight tolerances.

• * Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to determine proper manufacturing sequences and procedures.

• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• * Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

• * Frequent standing, reaching, stretching, stooping, and bending.

• * Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

• WORKING CONDITIONS

• * Manufacturing and tool room environment.

• EQUIPMENT USED

• * Tool & Die shop machinery and systems

• * CNC machines, EDM equipment, grinders, lathes, saws, and buffing equipment

• * Precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, QA measurement tools)

• * Hand tools

• * Required personal protective equipment (safety glasses, goggles, etc.)