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Sigma Design has collaborated with a heavy industrial fabrication and machine shop seeking an experienced Toolmaker I to join their facility in Beaverton, OR. This company is one of the largest machine shops on the west coast. They have a long history of offering a wide range of equipment and services. Their products are used in a variety of industries, including mining, steel mills, power generation, cement, pulp, and paper.
Job Responsibility:
Sets-up and operates a full range of both manual and CNC machine tools (lathe, milling machine and grinder) to design and build tooling
determines machining requirements and processes
verifies conformance of machined parts to specifications
works from blueprints, sketches, models and verbal description to build, rebuild, modify, and repair tools, dies, gages and equipment
determines required work tools and measurement devices
reviews and verifies prints and drawings
determines availability of materials and equipment
priorities and schedules work flow
computes dimensions and plan layout and assembly operation
measures, marks and scribes metal stock for machining
plumbs pneumatic components for fixturing
fabricates, maintains, modifies and repairs metalworking dies, cutting tools, jigs, fixtures and gages
ensures designs incorporate the best ergonomics, quality and process expectations
builds, tests, calibrates, adjusts and maintains production gauging
schedules outside vendor calibrations
creates or updates calibration procedures
orders new gauging
maintains gauging database and prepares instruments prior to issue
participates in the development of performance specifications for tools and fixtures
works with tool engineers to identify and implement design improvements
troubleshoots tool and die problems
investigates issues, isolates cause, and determines corrective action
identifies and initiates preventative and routine maintenance on tools and equipment
inspects machined work pieces for quality and compliance
stays informed on state of the art technologies and participates in research and development of solutions
participates as a member of project or new tooling development teams
leads/manages project teams
monitors and adheres to project milestones and timelines
trains and mentors new employees or apprentices
performs back up lead duties as assigned
follows Business Technology policies to protect sensitive data
Requirements:
High school education or equivalent
two years of trade school training
ten or more years of related experience
ten or more years of specific tool and die making experience
expert level knowledge of Tool and Die Making practices, designs and construction
technical expertise in one or more specialized areas (gauge making, millwright, or other mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, or electrical specialties)
thorough understanding of shop mathematics, Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing, and metal properties
demonstrated ability to understand highly technical electronic and written blueprints, models and specifications
proficiency with a wide range of hand and power tools
superior level of accuracy with demonstrated ability to operate standard shop machine tools to tolerances of .0002”
in-depth knowledge of layout, machining and tool assembly procedures
in-depth knowledge of CNC programming
excellent interpersonal and communication skills
strong leadership skills
ability to communicate cross-functionally and with leadership regarding project resources and schedules
ability to provide guidance and direction to team members
strong computer knowledge and thorough knowledge of applicable CAM software required
ITAR - Permanent resident of the United States (“U.S. person” as defined by ITAR)
pass a post-offer background verification and drug screen