Tool and Die Maker 2nd Shift
Bennettsville, South Carolina, United States
Building the people that build the world.
With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.
As part of Detection and Measurement, Radiodetection is a global leader in the design and development of equipment and software used by utility companies to install, protect, and maintain underground infrastructure networks. Through precision and magnetic locators and ground penetrating radar, we help prevent damage to infrastructure utilities and protect lives.
JOB SUMMARY |
The Tool and Die role is responsible for repair, maintenance, procurement, and/or fabrication of all tooling, dies, jigs, and fixtures used in Fabrication/CNC’s and assembly on 2nd shift. With primary responsibility for assuring tooling and dies are properly maintained so that production parts conform to strict blueprint specifications.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES |
- Studies specifications such as blueprints, sketches, models, or descriptions, and visualizes product to determine materials required and machines to be used to fabricate parts.
- Computes dimensions, plans layout, and determines assembly method and sequence of operations.
- Measures, marks, and scribes metal stock for machining.
- Sets up and operates machine tools such as lathes, milling machine, shaper, and grinder, to machine parts, and verifies conformance of machined parts to specifications.
- Verifies dimensions, alignments, and clearances.
- Examines standard or previously used dies, tools, and jigs and fixtures, and recommends design modifications regarding construction and function of part.
- May need to design, fabricate, test and produce new tools, gauges and jigs to assist production teams
- Develops specifications from general descriptions for specialty tools and draws or sketches design of product and works with external vendors to design and procure tooling and dies.
- Adheres to established tool room practices and safety procedures.
- Assists in setup and troubleshooting of stamping presses, turret presses, and press brakes.
- Other duties as directed
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES |
- Must be able to read blueprints.
- Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along with customers, clients, co-workers and management.
- Continue to grow lean knowledge and use the tools to identify and assist with continuous improvement.
- Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas
- Ability to work with all levels of employees
Education and Experience |
- Minimum 2+ years hands on experience working as a tool and die marker
- Associates degree or a trade school background in machining/tooling field
- Die making experience
How we live our culture
Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.
Why you should join us
We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:
- Generous holiday with ability to buy/exchange, enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Access to competitive insurance plans (including medical, dental and travel), cycle to work and free parking from your first day
- Generous life assurance and employer contributions to company pension plan
- Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
- Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs
Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX
We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.