About the Opportunity: DFC Manufacturing Group is offering a Department of Defense SkillBridge training opportunity for transitioning service members interested in building a career in skilled trades and manufacturing. This is a 180-day, hands-on training program designed to develop foundational and intermediate skills in die making within a production environment. Participants will work alongside experienced professionals to learn the processes, tools, and standards required to succeed in the industry. This program is structured as a training experience. Participants remain on active duty and continue to receive pay and benefits from the Department of Defense during the program.
Why This Opportunity Matters: This program is designed to bridge military experience into civilian skilled trades careers. You will gain real, hands-on experience in a high-demand industry while building a foundation for long-term career growth.
What You Will Learn: During this program, participants will receive hands-on training in:
  • Reading and interpreting CAD drawings and job specifications
  • Measuring, cutting, bending, and installing steel rule
  • Assembling dies, strippers, and related tooling
  • Using hand tools and specialized equipment safely
  • Performing quality checks and inspections
  • Understanding production workflows and manufacturing processes
  • Identifying defects and supporting troubleshooting efforts
  • Training Structure
  • This program follows a structured 180-day progression including:
  • Safety training and shop fundamentals
  • Die making fundamentals and material handling
  • Assembly and tooling techniques
  • Intermediate die builds and repair work
  • Quality control and defect identification
  • Advanced exposure to production processes
  • Final evaluation through supervised die builds
Participants will gradually move from observation to hands-on contribution with increasing levels of independence.
What We Are Looking For: We are seeking individuals who:
  • Have a strong interest in hands-on, mechanical work
  • Demonstrate attention to detail and willingness to learn
  • Are comfortable working in a production or manufacturing environment
  • Possess problem-solving ability and a strong work ethic
  • Can follow safety procedures and work as part of a team

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Level

Junior

Location

Alpharetta, GA

Occupation

Tool and Die Makers

Industry

National Security

Posted

2 days ago

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