Tool & Die Maker / CNC Programmer

Tool & Die Maker / CNC Programmer

Location: Temecula, CA

Shift: Day Shift - Mon - Fri

Pay Range: $35.00 - $46.00 per hour

Experience Desired (10 years +)

Trade School, Certifications, or relevant training

Programing CNC Lathes, Mills, Grinders, and or etc.

CNC machinery and conventional machining

CNC mills, lathes, and grinding

Experience with tool and die with an emphasis in sheet metal stamping, forming, bending, and punching.

3-5 Years of experience in a manager role

CAD, Mastercam, or equivalent software

Ability to use precision tools (e.g. calipers) to take accurate measurements

Proficient knowledge of the properties of metal and other material

Working knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems as applied to machinery development

Experience reading blueprints, schematics and manuals

Good at math with analytical abilities

Physical stamina and strength to lift heavy items

3-5 years of experience using Solidworks or equivalent software

Forklift experience

Essential Functions

Review samples, drawings or instructions to understand specifications of output

Program and operate CNC Machines; Mill, Lathe, Wire EDM, Grinder, etc.

Operate manual machines; Mill, lathe, Grinder, etc

Machine and assemble custom tool and dies for sheet metal bending, stamping, forming, punching, and clinching

Develop a structured workflow to ensure efficient project completion

Develop clear and visual metrics for efficiency, quality and safety

Maintain a safe, clean and organized work environment following 5S guidelines

Perform routine machine maintenance and repair damage on tooling

Develop preventative maintenance schedules and processes for developed tooling

Ensure that machines, tools and gauges are properly calibrated and fit for use

Collaborate with engineers and manufacturing personnel for tooling and program improvements.

Maintain Product and company reputation by complying with government regulations such as CAL/OSHA.

Review samples, drawings or instructions to understand specifications of tooling

Assist in Designing and building custom machines that processes steel coils that get fed into tool and dies that perform the function of bending, stamping, forming, punching, and clinching.

Work with vendors to supply materials and outsource operations like heat treatments.