Tool & Die Maker - Level II (Aerospace)

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• The Tool Maker fabricates and repair a variety of tooling as required to support all facets of aircraft manufacturing. Such tooling will include all types of production jigs, fixtures and templates to support existing programs.
• Performs any and all phases of machining and bench operations to coordinate, construct and repair complex tools and equipment involving layout, hand finishing, assembly, cutting, forming, welding (both gas and electric arc).
• Maintains tools and jigs to specifications, blueprints or furnished information.
• Performs optical alignment of jigs and fixtures.
• Layout, develop and fabricate flat and formed templates from blueprints, loft data, mock ups, etc.
• Lays out and fabricates flat contour and patterns from sample or damaged parts.
• Sets up on surface table or tooling decks such as jigs and fixtures as master inspection gauges, involving complex contours, compound angles requiring the coordination of drill holes and location of critical points.
• Working from tool shop orders, tool design drawings, parts, blueprints, specifications, tool fabrication procedures and verbal instructions, plans necessary machine tool work which may involve making or developing sketches for use by self or others; fabricate tooling without complete tooling information and checks the completed tool for quality and workmanship.
• Sets up completely and operates various standard machine tools to make new and replacement tooling details to exacting tolerances.
• Work assignments in this classification require the set up and operating of such standard machine tools as milling machines, engine and tool room lathes, planers, shapers, jig borers, duplicating and profiling machines, boring mills, thread mills, grinders, radial drills, etc.
• Uses such typical equipment as lift truck, crane and scooter to load, move, unload and position tools or materials.
• Performs duties incidental to the accomplishment of the assigned task. Each employee will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and housekeeping in his work area as directed as well as assuring the accuracy of their work.
• May be required to perform other related duties as assigned.

Join Daher to...

• Integrate a family group with a long-term vision  
• Make a difference in a developing company
• Develop new skills thanks to the diversity of your missions 
• Take part in a human and industrial adventure full of challenges
• Innovate and think outside the box by integrating a stimulating environment

Profile and other information related to the position

• High School Diploma or accredited GED
• 2-5 years of experience
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment.
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Current or previous successful metal fabrication experience strongly preferred
• Basic computer skills preferred
• Aircraft tool maintenance, manual machining, and PCMM and Optical Alignment equipment experience required
• Tooling experience with major assembly tools and apply tools such as drill templates
• Understand basic periotic tool inspection procedures
• Tooling experience with master gage set tooling
• Spatial Analyzer and Vericut software experience preferred
• Familiarity with NC machines preferred
• Must be able to pass in-house welding certification

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel. Must be able to communicate verbally and have the ability to hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and stoop or crouch. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to thirty (30) pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds. Have full range of motion required to perform the job functions. Maintain steady hand-eye coordination. Reach in all directions and in potentially awkward positions.

All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. By completing an application with Daher, you are seeking to join a team of hardworking professionals dedicated to consistently delivering outstanding service to our customers and contributing to the financial success of the organization, its clients, and its employees. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Those applicants requiring accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact an HR representative.

Daher complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law.

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