tool and die maker

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Compute dimensions, sizes, shapes and tolerances of workpieces
• Inspect final products
• Set up machine tools such as lathes, milling machines and grinders
• Test prototypes and production tools
• Verify machined parts for conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments
• Program CNC machine tools
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
• Realize machine castings to make metal molds, core boxes and precisely shaped models
• Lay out, shape and assemble patterns of metal, wood, plastic and other materials from blueprints, models or templates
• Position, secure, measure and work metal stock or castings to lay out for machining
• Set up and operate conventional and computer controlled machine tools

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail

Personal Suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Team player

Benefits

Health Benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan