Tool and Die Maker 3 - Night Shift

About the company

MacLean Power Systems (MPS), headquartered in Fort Mill, South Carolina, is a leading manufacturer of mission-critical and engineered components for the electric utility, telecommunications, and civil markets. Established in 1986, MPS operates as a standalone company with over 2,000 team members worldwide. Known for its commitment to quality, responsiveness, and safety, MPS focuses on vertical integration to ensure the highest standards across its product lines. The company operates seventeen production facilities across North America and invests continually in its manufacturing capabilities. MPS fosters a workplace built on respect, openness, collaboration, personal growth, and entrepreneurship, and is dedicated to achieving excellence in Environmental, Health & Safety through its Mission Zero initiative.

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 and Tool and Die Maker 1’s.
• Grind and adjust different parts to properly fit them together.
• Handle complex issues and problems; 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.

Skills

• Ability to interpret work instructions.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and lead a team.
• Manual dexterity.
• Detail-oriented.
• Organizational skills.