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Tool and Die Makers

Also called: Tool and Die Machinist, Tool and Die Maker, Tool and Fixture Specialist, Tool Maker

What They Do

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.

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