Tool and Die Maker You will play a critical role in our manufacturing process by operating computer-controlled machine tools to produce precision metal tools and dies. Key Responsibilities • Perform routine tool maintenance, modifications, design, and manufacture of equipment required for tooling on site. • Design and build simple tools and fixtures without drawings as needed to complete projects. Requirements • Must have knowledge about metals and be able to service, repair, or replace damaged sections on various types of sheet metal dies. • Must be familiar with machining properties, such as hardness and heat tolerance, of common metals and alloys. • Must be able to work from blueprints or instructions to manufacture tools or dies. • Must possess general knowledge of machines, such as lathes, milling machines, surface grinders, punch press, and other related machine shop machines. Physical Requirements • Ability to perform tasks requiring hand and eye coordination, with good hand dexterity (gripping and pinching repetitively) for more than 2/3's of the work shift. • Lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing 10 pounds continuously, 25 pounds repetitively, and 50 pounds occasionally. Lifting or carrying objects over 50 pounds requires a two-person lift or assist. • Bend, twist, squat, kneel, and/or stoop repetitively 6 to 8 hours per day. • Reach overhead repetitively for more than 2/3's of the work shift. • Stand continuously for 8 to 10 hours per day. • Climb up and down stairs up to 3 hours per day. • Use senses to detect quality defects and unsafe conditions. • Basic visual requirements for precision work. • Moderate physical exertion. This role has been designated as Safety Sensitive.
See More Details >>Becoming a sheet metal worker in Vidalia, GA, typically starts with a comprehensive apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about three to five years, requiring approximately 8,000 hours of training under experienced professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 126,200 sheet metal workers nationwide, with a slight job market contraction of 0.2% projected from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Vidalia earn an average of $1,246 per week, with experienced professionals earning up to $2,400 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring sheet metal workers find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
