Skills Tool And Die Maker near Toronto (ON)
National Occupational Classification update
We have updated this page to reflect the transition to the 2021 version of the National Occupational Classification (NOC). This means that the occupation "tool and die maker" was moved from the group Tool and die makers (NOC 7232) to the group Tool and die makers (NOC 72101).
Find out what skills you typically need to work as a tool and die maker in Canada. These skills are applicable to all Tool and die makers (NOC 72101).
Tasks
- Compute dimensions and tolerances and set up machine tools
- Instruct apprentices
- Verify machined parts for conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments
- Program CNC machine tools
- Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
- Machine, fit and assemble castings and other parts to make metal moulds, cores boxes and precision models of required shape
- Inspect and test final products
- Set up and operate electrical discharge machines (EDM)
- Lay out, shape and assemble patterns of metal, wood, plastic and other materials from blueprints, models or templates
- Position, secure, measure and work metal stock or castings to lay out for machining
- Set up, operate and maintain a variety of conventional and computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools
Skills and knowledge
The following skills and knowledge are usually required in this occupation.
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- Restoring and Repairing
- Finishing Building Interior/Exterior
- Installing Building Interior Infrastructure
- Constructing
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- Operating Stationary Industrial Equipment
- Operating Mobile Equipment
- Mechanical Installing, Maintaining and Repairing
- Working with Technological Equipment and Machinery Help -
- Using Specialized Instrumentation and Equipment
- Debugging and Reprogramming Technical Systems
- Installing and Setting-Up Technical Infrastructure
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- Inspecting and Testing
- Analyzing Information
- Examining and Diagnosing
- Planning
- Researching and Investigating
- Projecting Outcomes
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- Food Production and Agriculture
- Processing and Production
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- Mechanics and Machinery
- Building and Construction
- Design
- Electricity (Electrical and Electronics)
- Computer and Information Systems
- Engineering and Applied Technologies
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