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Automation Squad

Role

AI for Tool And Die Makers

Robert MacKelfresh

By Robert MacKelfresh

Founder, Automation Squad

Analyze specifications, lay out metal stock, set up and operate machine tools, and fit and assemble parts to make and repair dies, cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and machinists' hand tools.

Tool and Die Makers · O*NET 51-4111.00 · Job Zone 3 · sourced from the U.S. Department of Labor occupation database

Automation coverage

10 of 32tools on this list have an AI solution available today

Counted by matching the tools this occupation is documented as using against a corpus of 226,452 AI products, MCP servers, skills and connectors. Where a tool has no match, we say so rather than inventing one.

AI you can use for this job

23 matched to the tools tool and die makers use. Showing 23.

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    Microsoft Outlook

  • Microsoft Excel

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    Microsoft's Excel is a spreadsheet application used by millions of users across the world. It is part of the Office ecosystem and is considered the industry standard for spreadsheets. Only files on OneDrive for Business (available with Office 365 and Sharepoint server) are su

    Microsoft Excel

  • Microsoft Word

    MCP server
  • Powerpoint

    MCP server
  • AutoCAD is a design and drafting platform which supports automated design tasks and offers features such as 2D drafting, drawing and annotation, 3D modeling and visualization, and more.

  • Autodesk

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  • Designcenter Solid Edge provides businesses with a range of modeling and simulation tools to address all aspects of the product development process. The software portfolio covers electrical design, 3D design, computer aided manufacturing (CAM), 3D printing, simulation, data manag

  • Easy Autocad

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  • Easy Project

    MCP server

    Easy Project is a professional project management software for you, your team and the whole company. Based on WBS, Gantt, Agile and other best PM practices. It is compatible with modules for Resources, Finances, Help Desk and CRM.

    Easy Project

  • Excel

    Skill
  • Excel

    MCP server
  • Make (make.com)

  • Make (make.com)

  • Project Monitor

    MCP server

    Project Monitor is a PPM software that aims to manage your portfolios for all kinds of projects/sectors. Control the entire lifecycle, from request management to project execution. Measure progress on your team's workload and save time with a data-driven dashboard.

    Project Monitor

  • ProjectManager

    MCP server

    ProjectManager.com is a simple yet powerful online project management tool that enables you and your team to plan, track, monitor and report on your projects in real-time.

    ProjectManager

  • Projul

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    Projul is an all-in-one construction management software providing task management, estimating, invoicing, CRM and more, to efficiently manage your business.

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  • SAP S/4HANA

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    SAP S/4HANA is an intelligent ERP suite that helps businesses manage finance, supply chain, manufacturing, and operations in real time.

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  • Make (make.com)

  • Comprehensive software project management system with support for Agile, Scrum, Kanban, and Waterfall methodologies. Manages meetings, sprints, milestones, and project documentation with full AkashicRecords governance integration.

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The tools this job actually uses

32 documented for this occupation. Showing 32, hot technologies first. A filled dot means an AI solution exists for it.

  • Autodesk AutoCADhot
  • Bentley MicroStationhot
  • Dassault Systemes SolidWorkshot
  • Microsoft Excelhot
  • Microsoft Office softwarehot
  • Microsoft Outlookhot
  • Microsoft PowerPointhot
  • Microsoft Projecthot
  • Microsoft Wordhot
  • SAP softwarehot
  • 1CadCam Unigraphics
  • Autodesk Inventor
  • Cimatron CimatronE Master
  • CNC Mastercam
  • Dassault Systemes CATIA
  • data M Software COPRA MetalBender
  • DP Technology ESPRIT
  • JobPack MES Scheduler
  • Kubotek USA KeyCreator
  • Logopress
  • MAKER CAD/CAM Services DIEMAKER
  • Mastercam computer-aided design and manufacturing software
  • NC verification software
  • OPEN MIND Technologies hyperMILL
  • PTC Creo Parametric
  • Seco Tools Seco Point
  • Striker Systems SS-Die Design
  • Striker Systems SS-Draw Form
  • Striker Systems SS-Strip Design
  • Vero International VISI-Mould
  • Virtual Gibbs CADD/CAM
  • VX Corporation VX Mold & Die

What this job involves

18 documented tasks, most important first. Showing 18.

  1. Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances of finished parts for conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauge blocks, micrometers, or dial indicators.
  2. Set up and operate conventional or computer numerically controlled machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, or grinders to cut, bore, grind, or otherwise shape parts to prescribed dimensions and finishes.
  3. Visualize and compute dimensions, sizes, shapes, and tolerances of assemblies, based on specifications.
  4. Study blueprints, sketches, models, or specifications to plan sequences of operations for fabricating tools, dies, or assemblies.
  5. Fit and assemble parts to make, repair, or modify dies, jigs, gauges, and tools, using machine tools, hand tools, or welders.
  6. Inspect finished dies for smoothness, contour conformity, and defects.
  7. Select metals to be used from a range of metals and alloys, based on properties such as hardness or heat tolerance.
  8. Lift, position, and secure machined parts on surface plates or worktables, using hoists, vises, v-blocks, or angle plates.
  9. File, grind, shim, and adjust different parts to properly fit them together.
  10. Smooth and polish flat and contoured surfaces of parts or tools, using scrapers, abrasive stones, files, emery cloths, or power grinders.
  11. Measure, mark, and scribe metal or plastic stock to lay out machining, using instruments such as protractors, micrometers, scribes, or rulers.
  12. Conduct test runs with completed tools or dies to ensure that parts meet specifications, making adjustments as necessary.
  13. Design jigs, fixtures, and templates for use as work aids in the fabrication of parts or products.
  14. Cut, shape, and trim blanks or blocks to specified lengths or shapes, using power saws, power shears, rules, and hand tools.
  15. Set up and operate drill presses to drill and tap holes in parts for assembly.
  16. Develop and design new tools and dies, using computer-aided design software.
  17. Set pyrometer controls of heat-treating furnaces and feed or place parts, tools, or assemblies into furnaces to harden.
  18. Troubleshoot malfunctions in manufacturing equipment.