Tool & Die CNC Programmer/Operator (Farmville)

List what the person must do to perform the job to meet standards.

Draw parts in Bob Cad format as assigned

Program wire EDM & Cincinnati mill

Investigate and order tools approved by your supervisor

Once a job is designed any changes should be approved by the supervisor

Rebuild and rework all tooling as needed

Build or assist in building of new tooling when needed

Keep all machines clean & maintained and report possible problems

Keep all tools, fixtures, benches & floors clean and free of oil

Works from prints, specifications, charts, formulae, drawings, sketches, written and verbal

Order, instructions, and request

Uses precision measuring instruments, including but not limited to, micrometers, vernier

calipers, depth and various other gauges, indicators, rule, square, surface plate, and also a

variety of hand tools

Sets up and operates a normal range of machinery and equipment such as but not limited to:

single and multi-spindled drill presses, surface and wet grinders, saw, lathes, milling machines

and other similar type machines

Selects, adjusts, changes, replaces and sharpens tools, cutters, holders, jigs, fixtures, etc

Adjusts speeds, feeds, travel of parts; set and adjust stops, limits, guides, etc

Fabricates various die parts, sections, inserts, punches, etc

Makes necessary tool and die tryouts

Disassembles as required, grind using special fixtures and holding devices, reassemble;

replaces punches, stripper springs, stops, inserts, etc

Maintains inventory of most commonly used parts, tools, materials, and items

Informs supervisor of low inventories. Maintain all maintenance records for dies

Reviews returned dies and items leaving tool room

Compares to prints, specifications, and work requests

Assures compliance to work standards, specifications, and prints

Performs machine maintenance to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair various mechanical

problems

Detects and reports defective and unsafe equipment and material as well as unusual situations

to supervisor

Observes and obeys all safety rules, practices, and procedures. Wear and employ personal

protective equipment as required

Maintains work area in a neat and orderly manner

Performs other similar or related duties as required or requested

Regular attendance is always an essential function

The Tool and Die Maker must possess the minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:

• High School or Trade School Graduate; Prefer Tool and Die Maker experience with Certification
• Ability to read and write
• Read and follow work orders
• Ability to read a measuring tape
• Ability to follow instructions
• Ability to inspect material
• Ability to occasionally lift 75 to 100 pounds
• Ability to do repetitive bending, reaching, stretching, lifting and twisting