| Job Title |
Die Sinker |
| Job Description |
Lays Out, Machines, And Finishes Impression Cavities In Die
Blocks To Produce Forging Dies, Following Blueprints And
Applying Knowledge Of Diesinking: Analyzes Blueprint Of Part Or
Die And Plans Sequence Of Operations. Measures And Marks Die
Block To Lay Out Designs Of Cavities. Sets Up And Operates
Variety Of Machine Tools, Such As Shaper, Vertical Turret Lathe,
And Engine Lathe To Machine Cavities In Die Block [tool-machine
Set-up Operator (machine Shop)]. Obtains Specified Dimensions,
Contours, And Finish Of Die Cavities, Using Tools, Such As Power
Grinder, Scrapers, Files, And Emery Cloth. Inspects Die
Cavities, Using Templates And Measuring Instruments, Such As
Calipers, Micrometers, And Height Gauges To Verify Conformance
To Specifications. May Develop Die Design From Blueprint Of
Part, Using Knowledge Of Machining And Forging Processes. May
Make Templates To Verify Dimensions Of Cavities [template Maker,
Extrusion Die (machine Shop)]. May Make And Inspect Sample Lead
Or Plaster Cast Of Part To Verify Fit Of Die Members And Basic
Shape Of Part. May Repair Forging Dies And Be Designated Die
Repairer, Forging (machine Shop). May Set Up And Operate
Machines To Plane Surfaces And Edges Of Forging Dies And Be
Known As Edger Machine Setter (machine Shop).
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