Oregon Labor Market Information System
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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.

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Tool and Die Makers
Employment Outlook for Tool and Die Makers
Statewide Employment Analysis 2008 employment is estimated to be at about the regional average. Regional employment is expected to decline in this occupation between 2008 and 2018. Total job openings are projected to be much lower than the regional average.

Due to declining employment and limited job openings in this occupation, reasonable employment opportunities do not exist.

Data Sources and Limitations
Current Employment Department Job Openings for Tool and Die Makers There are 1 current openings for this occupation. Openings 1 through 1 are listed below.
Job Title Date Posted Location Wage Offered
Tool Maker 6/23/10 Portland $15.00/hr
Job Openings from the Web for Tool and Die Makers The following job openings have been automatically extracted from various sites across the Web. These links are provided as supplemental resources. However, the Employment Department cannot validate these openings nor endorse any of these external sites. Some of these jobs may no longer be open. In some cases, a single opening may be posted on multiple sites.

There are 2 current openings for this occupation. Openings 1 through 2 are listed below.

Job Title Date Posted Location Employer
Too Many Jobs! 8/14/10 Eugene
Too Many Jobs! 7/31/10 Portland
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 ---------------- 2010 Wages ----------------
Percentiles (hourly wages) Avg
Hourly
($/hr)
Avg
Annual
10th 25th 50th
(median)
75th 90th
Oregon Statewide $16.91 $20.89 $25.06 $29.93 $32.98 $25.12 $52,260
Multnomah / Washington 17.36 21.23 24.95 30.68 35.63 25.84 53,743
Marion / Polk / Yamhill 18.44 21.35 24.07 28.07 31.47 24.46 50,863
Benton / Lincoln / Linn 12.56 19.80 22.95 27.51 30.82 23.04 47,933
Clackamas 18.68 23.20 27.94 30.60 32.23 26.55 55,220
Data Sources and Limitations
Regional Employment Projections for Tool and Die Makers
Region Employment Change % Change Projected Annual Openings
2008 2018 Growth Replacement Total
Oregon Statewide 423 413 -10 -2.4% 0 3 3
Multnomah / Washington 240 240 0 0.0% 0 1 1
Clackamas 75 79 4 5.3% 0 1 1
Lane 32 33 1 3.1% 0 0 0
Marion / Polk / Yamhill 28 27 -1 -3.6% 0 0 0
Jackson / Josephine 27 30 3 11.1% 0 0 1
Benton / Lincoln / Linn 17 16 -1 -5.9% 0 0 0
Crook / Deschutes / Jefferson 6 7 1 16.7% 0 0 0
Douglas 3 3 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Clatsop / Columbia / Tillamook 3 3 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Morrow / Umatilla 2 2 0 0.0% 0 0 0
Klamath / Lake 1 1 0 0.0% 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
Educational Requirements for Tool and Die Makers Workers must have long-term on-the-job training to gain the necessary skills for this occupation. However, those with postsecondary training 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 programs related to this occupation. This information is updated once per year. Anyone interested in a particular program should check with the training institution regarding its availability. Listing these training providers does not necessarily constitute or imply their endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the State of Oregon.

Apprenticeship Division
800 NE Oregon Street
Portland, OR 97232
Phone: (971) 673-0761
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