Tool and Die Maker

PRADCO Outdoor Brands (PRADCO) manufactures and markets major hunting and fishing brands and products. We are a leader in producing game calls, scents, attractants, game feeders, game cameras, tree stands and fishing lures. PRADCO Hunting owns the brands Moultrie, Summit, Knight & Hale, Code Blue, Texas Hunter Products and Whitetail Institute. PRADCO Fishing owns more than 20 brands including Bobby Garland, Booyah, Heddon, Lindy, Rebel, Thill, and YUM. For more information on PRADCO products, please visit our website at www.pradcooutdoorbrands.com. PRADCO team members participate in a selection of outstanding benefits, including: Profit Sharing Trust, Excellent Medical/Dental/Drug/Vision benefits, and many other benefits.

Job Summary

To build and repair all types, sizes and shapes of Plastic Injection Molds and Production Tools and Fixtures. Specializes in the operation of precision machine tools such as Conventional, and Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) in the construction and/or repair of tooling, gages, jigs, fixtures, or dies, where a high degree of specialized skill and knowledge of tool building practices is required. Works from sketches, detail, assembly drawings, and/or from verbal instructions in planning and performing complex machining operations. Processes items requiring complicated setups with a high degree of accuracy, using a variety of precision measuring instruments. Performs complex mathematical calculations, writes and/or edits programs for CNC equipment and uses complex tooling and gages to accomplish the job.

Job Responsibilities

• Reads and interprets blueprints or works from verbal or written instructions, sketches, or from the actual part to be copied or fitted.
• Plans the setup and operation of various machine shop tools, considering types of material, tolerances, and machine tool feeds and speeds.
• Heat treats, and welds parts as required.
• uses precision measuring and gauging tools, performing required inspections before, during, and after machining.
• Uses hand tools of the trade for modifications as required.
• Fits and assembles mold parts, tools, and dies. Participates in Set Up run offs, and tests molds to produce a product meeting specification, tracing die difficulties to their source and making any necessary modifications.
  
  

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Must have EDM and CNC experience.
• Must have technical certification in Tool and Die making.
  
  

Essential Job Function

• The employee is required to use their hands to pull, push, handle, or feel of the product being produced. They must also have the ability to stoop, kneel or crouch.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and or hazardous chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Outstanding organizational, interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills
• Good problem-solving skills
• Must maintain company confidentiality.
• Working in a Team orientated environment.
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, sex, pregnancy status, age, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law.