Oregon Labor Market Information System
Occupational Information Center
Occupational Report for Tool And Die Makers (51-4111) , Oregon Statewide
Occupational Description

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.

The following related career videos are available from America's Career InfoNet:
Tool and Die Makers
Employment Outlook for Tool And Die Makers
Statewide Employment Analysis 2006 employment is estimated to be at about the statewide average. This occupation is expected to grow at a very slow rate in Oregon. Total job openings are projected to be at about the statewide average.

Reasonable, but limited, employment opportunities exist for trained workers.

Data Sources and Limitations
Current Job Openings for Tool And Die Makers There are no openings for this occupation.
State of Oregon License Information for Tool And Die Makers No statewide license is required for this occupation.
Wages for Tool And Die Makers
Region ---------------- 2009 Wages ----------------
Percentiles (hourly wages) Avg
Hourly
($/hr)
Avg
Annual
10th 25th 50th
(median)
75th 90th
Oregon Statewide $17.27 $21.22 $24.97 $29.86 $34.14 $25.30 $52,625
Multnomah / Washington 18.10 21.70 25.74 31.49 38.05 26.57 55,265
Marion / Polk / Yamhill 18.53 21.04 23.89 27.86 30.93 24.23 50,407
Lane 15.17 19.89 22.40 24.42 25.78 21.43 44,563
Clackamas 18.89 22.79 26.98 30.00 31.81 26.06 54,210
Data Sources and Limitations
Regional Employment Projections for Tool And Die Makers
Region Employment Change % Change Projected Annual Openings
2006 2016 Growth Replacement Total
Oregon Statewide 543 564 21 3.9% 2 13 15
Multnomah / Washington 238 257 19 8.0% 2 6 8
Clackamas 111 117 6 5.4% 1 3 3
Marion / Polk / Yamhill 64 64 0 0.0% 0 1 1
Jackson / Josephine 49 49 0 0.0% 0 1 1
Lane 41 44 3 7.3% 0 1 1
Crook / Deschutes / Jefferson 18 15 -3 -16.7% 0 0 0
Benton / Lincoln / Linn 17 17 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Douglas 5 5 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Grant / Harney / Malheur 3 3 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Morrow / Umatilla 2 2 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Clatsop / Columbia / Tillamook 2 1 -1 -50.0% 0 0 0
Klamath / Lake 1 1 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Gilliam / Hood River / Sherman / Wheeler / Wasco 1 0 -1 -100.0% 0 0 0

Replacement openings are caused by existing workers permanently leaving their occupation. Many additional job openings occur due to job changes within occupations.
Data Sources and Limitations
Industries of Employment for Tool And Die Makers
Industry
Click links to view infoUSA employers
Ownership 2006
Employment
Total, All Industries All 543
Total, All Industries Private 541
Manufacturing Private 515
Paper Manufacturing Private 31
Converted Paper Product Manufacturing Private 31
Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing Private 29
Plastics Product Manufacturing Private 24
Primary Metal Manufacturing Private 31
Foundries Private 12
Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing Private 146
Forging and Stamping Private 24
Cutlery and Handtool Manufacturing Private 56
Spring and Wire Product Manufacturing Private 12
Machine Shops; Turned Product; and Screw, Nut, and Bolt Manufacturing Private 25
Other Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing Private 21
Machinery Manufacturing Private 135
Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing Private 18
Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing Private 98
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing Private 84
Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing Private 46
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing Private 24
Miscellaneous Manufacturing Private 35
Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing Private 17
Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing Private 18
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services Private 15
Scientific Research and Development Services Private 15
Educational Requirements for Tool And Die Makers Workers must have postsecondary training to gain the necessary skills for this occupation. However, those with postsecondary training and related work experience have a competitive advantage in this labor market.
Skills for Tool And Die Makers
  • Apply Drafting And Mechanical Drawing Knowledge And Techniques
  • Apply Machinist Practices
  • Apply Metal Forming And Shaping Techniques And Processes
  • Apply Pneumatic Systems Principles
  • Apply Quality Assurance Techniques
  • Apply Statistical Process Control (Spc)
  • Apply Technical Information To Manufacturing And Industrial Activities
  • Assemble Metal Components
  • Design Tools
  • Estimate Materials For Production And Manufacturing
  • Estimate Time Needed For Project
  • Evaluate Tool Designs
  • File Metal And Plastic
  • Fit Dowels
  • Follow Safety Procedures
  • Hand Tap Metal, Wood Or Other Material
  • Inspect Components During Manufacturing
  • Lay Out Machining Projects
  • Maintain Welding Machines And Equipment
  • Maneuver Heavy Objects
  • Operate Buff And Polishing Machine
  • Operate Cnc Machines
  • Operate Cranes, Hoists, Or Mechanical Booms
  • Operate Grinding Machines
  • Operate Lathes
  • Operate Machine Tools
  • Operate Precision Measuring Devices, Tools And Equipment
  • Operate Shaping And Forming Machines
  • Operate Specialized Metal Shaping Machines
  • Read And Understand Operating Manuals
  • Read Production Layouts
  • Read Schematics And Specifications
  • Recognize Characteristics Of Metals Or Alloys
  • Sandblast Metal Parts And Objects
  • Set Up And Operate Drilling Machines
  • Set Up Machine Tools
  • Set Up Specialized Machines For Metals Manufacturing
  • Smooth, Sharpen, Polish Or Grind Metal Objects
  • Solve Machine Tool Problems
  • Understand Manufacturing Methods And Techniques
  • Use Algebra
  • Use Basic Mathematics
  • Use Computer Aided Drafting Software
  • Use Geometry
  • Use Metric System
  • Use Precision Measuring Devices In Mechanical Repair Work
  • Weld Metal Parts
Schools and Training Providers for Tool And Die Makers The training providers listed below offer one or more of the following programs:

Apprenticeship Division
800 NE Oregon Street, Suite1045
Portland, OR 97232
Phone: (971) 673-0760
Programs of Training:
Career Pathway Roadmaps for Tool And Die Makers These Oregon community colleges have defined career pathway roadmaps to facilitate entry into this occupation:

Linn-Benton Community College
Rogue Community College