MAINTENANCE Tooling Technician

Position Summary

RESRG is seeking a skilled and motivated Tooling Technician to support manufacturing operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving production tooling and equipment. The Tooling Technician plays a critical role in ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production within an automotive manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of molds, dies, fixtures, jigs, and production tooling.
• Diagnose tooling issues and make necessary adjustments to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules.
• Assist with tool changeovers, setup verification, and startup activities.
• Inspect tooling components for wear, damage, and performance issues.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and tooling specifications.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, indicators, and gauges.
• Perform machining, grinding, polishing, welding, and fabrication tasks as required.
• Collaborate with production, quality, engineering, and maintenance teams to resolve manufacturing issues.
• Recommend tooling improvements to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete required documentation.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and environmental requirements.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in work areas.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in tooling, maintenance, or automotive manufacturing preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting molds, dies, fixtures, or related production equipment.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and technical documentation.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical degree or certification in Tool & Die, Industrial Maintenance, Machining, or a related field.
• Experience with injection molding, stamping, assembly, or automotive production processes.
• Welding and fabrication experience.
• Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Forklift and overhead crane experience.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and climb throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and varying shifts as needed.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

The Tooling Technician works in a manufacturing environment with exposure to moving mechanical equipment, noise, heat, and industrial chemicals. Proper use of personal protective equipment is required at all times.