Apprentice Shop Apprentice (Tool and Die Maker

Job Title: Apprentice Shop Apprentice (Tool and Die Maker)

Anchor Glass Container LLC, headquartered in Tampa, Florida, is a leading North American manufacturer of premium glass containers. We are an equal opportunity employer.

The primary duties of a mould maker include repairing mold equipment by utilizing various tools and equipment to weld, file, grind, vent, polish, letter cut, lathe work, and millwork. This is an hourly position in a union environment.

• Weld, grind, file, machine, and polish mold equipment to return it to specifications.
• Grind lathe tools and perform lathe work as needed.
• Operate a surface grinder when reducing mold equipment.
• Use manual lathe and milling machines for repairing mold equipment.
• Maintain welding torches and gauges in safe and proper working conditions.
• Use gauges to verify equipment to correct dimensions.
• Keep work area clean and follow safe working practices.
• Inspect mold equipment as required.
• Inform supervisor of any irregularities in materials and mold equipment.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a production manufacturing environment.
• Technical school degree desired; years of experience or equivalent education considered.
• CNC programming and operations preferred.
• Welding and blueprint reading experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basic safety procedures.
• Ability to follow directions and manage multiple tasks.
• Capability to work independently and as part of a team to reach common goals.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong prioritization and planning skills.
• Attention to accuracy, thoroughness, and quality improvement.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer knowledge.

This position requires hourly work in a union setting, swinging shifts between 1st, 2nd, and 3rd. Candidates must handle extreme hot temperatures, 100% indoor work, and noise levels up to 70 dB. Exposure to dusts of lead, nickel, chromium, graphite is possible. Compliance with environmental and food safety standards is required.