Tool and Die Technical Instructor

Responsibilities

• Instruct sharpening and fitting tooling
• Instruct on punch entry and pass line heights
• Time progressive dies
• Sustain forming stations
• Troubleshoot at the press
• Operate toolroom equipment
• Design/build jigs and fixtures
• Develop, deliver, and assess training modules
• Evaluate apprentice competency
• Maintain documentation and standards aligned with Daikin’s T&D Trainer program
• Partner with Production, Engineering, and EHS to build a safe, productive, and skilled workforce
• Keep accurate records of training hours, as well as OJT hours
• Facilitate the capstone project
• Own 5S in shop and maintain tooling of apprentice equipment
• Perform additional projects/duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Proficiency with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Thorough knowledge of Machine Shop Practices: expert-level setup, operation, and conversational programming of manual and CNC lathes, mills, and grinders; drill presses for drilling/tapping; saws, shears, and hand tools; metal/plastic forming equipment
• Advanced knowledge in die making (able to repair and/or fabricate replacement tooling for molds and dies with tool room equipment excluding equipment limitations)
• Ability to set up, operate, and conversationally program conventional, manual, and computer-numeric controlled (CNC) machines and equipment
• Ability to fixture and design methods of manufacturing complex parts
• Able to read and interpret blueprints and CAD/CAM drawings
• Able to read micrometers, calipers, and precision measuring tools; compute/verify dimensions, sizes, shapes, alignments, clearances, and tolerances; inspect parts and finished dies for contour conformity, surface finish, and defects
• Deliver clear, engaging instruction with strong presentation and facilitation skills
• Effective organizational and time management skills, with ability to multitask and prioritize to manage multiple projects/assignments ensuring on-time completion
• Strong communication skills to facilitate understanding and problem solving with cross-functional teams and convey technical concepts
• Attention to detail, ability to work independently and make competent decisions
• Strong troubleshooting methodologies to resolve machining, tooling, and process issues
• Prior experience mentoring or training apprentices or junior technicians in a shop or academic setting
• Experience 3+ years of experience with technical skill instruction, including tool and die practices
• Experience 3+ years of facilitating technical training
• 8+ years of Tool & Die work experience in sheet metal fabrication shop is required