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Tool & Die Maker / Punch Press Operator (santa clara)
Company: American Precision Spring
Location: Santa Clara, CA
American Precision Spring is a spring and metal stamping manufacturer located in Santa Clara, CA. Since 1979, weâve been producing high-precision parts for a wide range of industries, including medical, technology, and aerospace. We offer a great working environment and an excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) retirement plans for full-time employees.
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Open Position: Tool & Die Maker / Punch Press Operators
We are seeking skilled and motivated Punch Press Stamping Operators & Tool Die Makers to join our growing team. This is a great opportunity to work in a dynamic, hands-on manufacturing environment where precision is at the core of what we do.
Key Responsibilities:
⢠Set up and operate all manual machines to produce tooling, gages, and production components.
⢠Machine precision components to exacting tolerances and dimensions. For intricate parts (lengths ranging from 0.25â to 4.00â; material thickness from 0.002â to 0.063â) with tight tolerances (+/- 0.002â to +/- 0.010â).
⢠Design and manufacture both hard and soft tooling for multiple departments using tool room equipment such as surface grinders, lathes, and mills.
⢠Set up and operate Punch Press or Kick Presses machines.
⢠Perform First Article Inspections and verify parts using precision measuring instruments.
⢠Interpret prints, sketches, and engineering specifications to determine operations, sequence, and setup.
Required Skills & Experience
⢠Strong experience with conventional machining: milling and surface grinding.
⢠Knowledge of blueprints, materials, notes, callouts, tolerances, and specifications.
⢠Ability to use micrometers, calipers, and optical comparators to check parts.
⢠Strong math skills and attention to detail.
⢠Minimum 5 years of experience preferred
⢠Ability to maintain safe work practices and adhere to safety procedures.
⢠Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package, including:
⢠401(k) Retirement Plan
⢠Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
⢠Paid Time Off
⢠Section 125 Plan
Working Hours: Monday â Friday, 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM

1512 Arbuckle Ct, Santa Clara, CA 95054, USA
Negotiable Salary