Tool and Die Maker 3 - Afternoon

Headquartered in Fort Mill, South Carolina, MacLean Power Systems (MPS) is a leading manufacturer of mission-critical and engineered components for the electric utility, telecommunications, and civil markets. Established in 1986 as a subsidiary of a larger parent company, MPS has grown substantially and now operates as a standalone company with a dedicated workforce of over 2,000 team members worldwide. MPS is renowned for its commitment to quality, responsiveness, and safety, and its focus on vertical integration ensures the highest standards across product lines. We operate seventeen production facilities across North America and continually invest in manufacturing capabilities to better serve customers.

About the role

Builds and modifies tools, dies, jigs, molds, and fixtures using precision bench and machining operations. Leads, directs, and trains Tool and Die Maker 1’s on an as-needed basis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests for completed tools and/or dies to ensure that parts meet specifications
• Cut, shape and trim material to specifications
• Design jigs, fixtures and templates as needed
• Teach and train apprentices
• Grind and adjust different parts to properly fit them together
• Handle complex issues and problems and refer only the most complex issues to higher-level staff
• Select metals to be used based on properties
• Troubleshoot dies in the press and on the bench
• Set up and assist in operating machinery in the designated department when needed
• Offer improvement ideas for current tooling
• Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately
• Adhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area)
• Follow all Safety, Environmental, and Quality policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Perform work under minimal supervision
• Possess comprehensive working knowledge of subject matter
• Completed Tool and Die school through TCAT or equivalent
• Advanced knowledge of progressive, forge, or draw dies
• Advanced grinding, milling, and lathe knowledge
• 5-10 years of relevant tool and die experience