Tool and Die Technician 2

About the role

The Tool and Die Technician 2 is responsible for the refurbishment, maintenance, repair, validation, and inventory management of tooling and die components. This position requires expertise in precision grinding, polishing, lapping, welding repair techniques, heat-treat processing, inbound tool validation, and preparation of tooling for external service providers.

Responsibilities

• Utilize best practices for precision grinding and lapping die components to achieve specified finishes.
• Operate manual and automatic surface grinders, wheel dressers, and polishing equipment.
• Perform welding repairs on tooling and die components.
• Perform heat-treat processes according to specifications.
• Inspect tooling using micrometers, calipers, microscopes, magnifiers, and other measuring equipment.
• Read and interpret tool and die drawings to determine component condition.
• Validate inbound tooling for dimensional accuracy and readiness for production use.
• Prepare tooling for outbound repair and service activities including documentation and packaging.
• Maintain refurbished tooling kits and establish new kits as required.
• Manage spare tool inventory and issue work orders to maintain minimum stock levels.
• Assist Tool and Die Makers as needed.
• Perform minor machine maintenance including lubrication and greasing.
• Maintain records of repairs, heat treat activity, validation, and inventory transactions with all current software applications.
• Maintain 5S standards and follow all safety requirements.
• All other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Grinding and finishing experience preferred
• Knowledge of inventory management preferred
• Inspection tools and equipment experience
• Basic reading, writing, math, organizational and computer skills
• Mechanical aptitude assessment
• Must hold or obtain a STRATTEC forklift operator license
• Acceptable attendance and work record requirements