Master Tool and Die Maker Technician (3rd Shift)
American Trim · Wapakoneta, OH · 4 days ago
EngineeringFull-time
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Keeping production going with as little down time as possible by following procedures outlined below:
- Building new dies
- Repairing and adjusting old dies
- Making new designs
- Duplicating parts to match perfectly
- Foaming dies and roll forming
- Solving any and all questions relating to dies and their components
- Maintaining equipment so that it runs safely and efficiently to prevent trouble before it happens, i.e., sharpening, polishing, replacing worn parts, etc.
- After changing or making a new die, make test samples of products, test and evaluate the quality.
- Works with outside sources and/or Corporate Tooling to make and perfect dies to certain specifications when unable to make in-house.
- Provides blueprints, gives recommendations and/or suggestions.
- Checks scheduling to watch for what part is to be ran next and seeing if anything is needed prior to start up.
- Maintains inventory of supplies and orders parts or tools as needed.
- Checks and follows-up on ordered dies to see that they are to be delivered on time. Check them when they arrive, run new samples, etc.
- Occasionally travel to customers or other American Trim to look at their products and operations.
- Rotates on-call duty by carrying pager, cell phone, etc., as scheduled by the supervisor.
- Maintains a clean and safe work environment at all times.
- Performs other job duties as assigned by supervisor.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
- Statistical Process Control, Linear Measuring and Problem Solving Training.
- Must be able to get certified in Press Safety.
TYPICAL MACHINES AND EQUIPMENT INVOLVED
- Punch presses
- Benders
- Feeders
- Roll forms
- Derailers
- Welders
- Powder coater
- Plater
- High lifts
- Transfers
- Hoist
- Conveyors
TYPICAL PRODUCTS INVOLVED
- Grease
- Oils
- Chemicals
- Tapping lubricants
- Degreasers
METHOD OF JOB ASSIGNMENT
- Somewhat self-assigned, but also verbal and written.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to complete Statistical Process Control Charts (SPC), do Linear Measuring and Problem Solving.
- Attention to detail, advanced math, blueprint reading and precision work required.
- Mandatory 5 to 7 years prior experience as a Tool and Die A or B or tool and die experience at another plant.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do essential physical tasks including, but not limited to:
- Cleaning (machine parts)
- Bending
- Carrying
- Coordination (eye/hand)
- Dialing
- Hearing*
- Inserting
- Lifting
- Pounding
- Reaching
- Removing
- Seeing
- Stretching
- Standing
- Turning & Twisting
- Walking
- Welding
NON-ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL TASKS
- Cleaning (areas)
- Climbing
- Coordination (hand/foot)
- Driving
- Filing
- Folding and Unfolding
- Holding
- Locking & Unlocking
- Maintaining
- Opening and Closing
- Pulling
- Pushing
- Scheduling
- Sorting
- Speaking
- Stooping
- Sweeping
- Threading
- Turning Pages
- Weighing
- Writing
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- Plant environment subject to dirt, dust, noise, oils and some chemicals.
- Uncomfortable temperatures at times.
HAZARDS
- Mild to moderate risk of minor scratches and bruises.
- Minor risk of skin irritations due to oils and chemicals.