How do they match: Tool and Die Makers

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.

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.
Measure, mark, and scribe metal or plastic stock to lay out machining, using instruments such as protractors, micrometers, scribes, or rulers.
Set up and operate conventional or computer numerically controlled machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, or grinders to cut, bore, grind, or otherwise shape parts to prescribed dimensions and finishes.
Set up and operate drill presses to drill and tap holes in parts for assembly.
Study blueprints, sketches, models, or specifications to plan sequences of operations for fabricating tools, dies, or assemblies.

Operate grinding equipment.
Operate metal or plastic forming equipment.
Operate welding equipment.
Assemble machine tools, parts, or fixtures.
Calculate dimensions of workpieces, products, or equipment.
Conduct test runs of production equipment.
Design tools, fixtures, or other devices for production equipment.
Feed materials or products into or through equipment.
Inspect metal, plastic, or composite products.
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.
Review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.
Select production input materials.

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