How do they match: Tool and Die Makers

  • Tool and Die Makers

  • Die Set Up Worker
  • Die Try Out Worker
  • Die-Casting and Plastic Molding Mold Maker
  • Jig and Fixture Builder
  • Jig and Fixture Builder Apprentice
  • Jig and Fixture Repairer
  • Journeyman Tool and Die Maker
  • Stamping Die Try-Out Worker
  • Tap and Die Maker Technician
  • Template Layout Worker
  • Tool and Die Assembler
  • Tool and Die Machinist
  • Tool and Die Maker
  • Tool and Die Maker Apprentice
  • Tool and Die Technician
  • Tool and Fixture Specialist
  • Tool Salvage Worker

  • Analyze specifications, lay out metal stock, set up and operate machine tools, and fit and assemble parts to make and repair dies, cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and machinists' hand tools.

  • Cut, shape, and trim blanks or blocks to specified lengths or shapes, using power saws, power shears, rules, and hand tools.
  • Design jigs, fixtures, and templates for use as work aids in the fabrication of parts or products.
  • Fit and assemble parts to make, repair, or modify dies, jigs, gauges, and tools, using machine tools, hand tools, or welders.
  • Lift, position, and secure machined parts on surface plates or worktables, using hoists, vises, v-blocks, or angle plates.

  • Calculate dimensions of workpieces, products, or equipment.
  • Lift materials or workpieces using cranes or other lifting equipment.
  • Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.
  • Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment.
  • Polish materials, workpieces, or finished products.
  • Shape metal workpieces with hammers or other small hand tools.