Manufacturing Machinist Tool and Die Maker
Premier Personnel Group · premierpersonnelgroup.com
EdisonMid level3+ yrs
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The job in short
A mid-level Machinist / Tool and Die Maker role at Premier Personnel Group in Edison, asking for 3+ years of experience.
Details
- Found
- 9 d ago · posted 2026-09-10
- Location
- Edison
Full description
Company Overview
We are a leading provider of engineered solutions serving the automotive, industrial, and manufacturing sectors. Our commitment to technical excellence, customer collaboration, and continuous innovation drives our success.
Job description:
• Diagnose machine errors, part defects, and tooling issues; resolve problems; and document technical activities.
• Set up and operate manual machinery (lathes, milling machines, surface grinders).
• Manufacture, alter, and repair assembly machine components, tooling, dies, fixtures, and jigs.
• Assemble, disassemble, file, grind, smooth, and polish parts for an exact fit
• Verify part dimensions and test finished tools to ensure they meet specifications.
• Layout, construct and repair a variety of machine parts and components, and various other machinery pertaining to mesh or related products.
• Make tools and dies from simple sketches or sample parts, envision the complete die.
• Maintain complete records of each die.
• Use available shop equipment, machine tools, all precision measuring instruments.
• Carry out a wide range of operations which require set-ups and operating methods to attain the dimensional tolerance prescribed.
• Inspect each die after each usage and replace die parts, as required.
• Make and/or assist in die set-up, be available for consultation by set-up personnel for advice when necessary.
• Experience: 3 years minimum with proven experience as a Tool and Die Maker.
• Technical Training: Apprenticeship programs or community college certificates.
• Math Skills: Proficiency in trigonometry, and geometry.
• Blueprints: Ability to read and interpret sketches, specifications, and engineering drawings.
• Precision: Skill in using micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Strength: Ability to lift heavy components and materials.
• Safety Focus: Strict adherence to protective gear and protocols.
• Must be US Citizen or US Permanent Resident: due to ITAR/Export Control Requirements
Experience Required:
• Tool and die making: 3+ years (Required)
• Manufacturing: 5 years (Required)
• Machine operation: 3 years (Preferred)
• Tooling design: 2+ years (Preferred)
• Hand tools: 3 years (Preferred)
• Shop math: 3 years (Required)