Purpose

Design, build, rework, maintain, repair and troubleshoot all forms of tooling (including dies, tools, gauges, fixtures, and molds).

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Determine the best method to manage and complete a project by a designated due date.
• Interact with QA, production, R&D, manufacturing, and maintenance to provide solutions.
• Maintain accurate documentation of tool modifications, repair, preventative maintenance and individual work performed throughout the shift.
• List, monitor, maintain, and occasionally purchase components for new tool builds or repairs.
• Capable of creating a repeatable setup and working to tolerances of +/-.0002" routinely.
• Coordinate work assigned through various auxiliary work centers and equipment as required.
• Occasionally assist operators and maintenance with machine or processing issues.
• Validate the quality of work following standard machining practices and using available measurement equipment and inspection resources.
• Effectively communicate with other personnel and educate apprentices in best practices.
• Adhere to all written specifications and ensure compliance with all standards.

Basic Requirements

• Completed an approved Mold Maker or Tool and Die Maker state apprenticeship program or demonstrated the ability to perform the aforementioned tasks.
• Must pass the skilled trades assessment test for this position.
• Proficiently operate all common machining equipment, mills, lathes, grinders, etc.
• Work as a team lead as well as a team member depending on the departmental workload.
• Awareness of OSHA and EPA laws and regulations as well as the Company’s Plant Rules and Regulations that pertain to this job.
• Time management skills and the ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven analytical and troubleshooting abilities as well as a high degree of mechanical aptitude.
• Work from design prints, sketches, sample parts and oral instructions.
• Moderate hand dexterity is required for this position and the ability to occasionally lift 75 lbs.
• Personally possess basic inspection and machining tools to effectively perform job.
• Available to work second shift, overtime and weekends as required.