Tool and Die Technician
Wabtec Corporation · Jackson, TN · 1 mo ago
On-siteOTHR$30–$42/hrFull-time
We need to output HTML fragment with sections: About the role? Actually we need to use headings for sections like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. We must include only sections where posting has real specific content. We must preserve all substantive info, not invent or summarize away detail. Remove boilerplate, navigation, legal, EEO, duplicated lines, application instructions.
We need to parse the job description.
Key content:
- Intro paragraphs about company culture, People First, etc. Could be "About the role" or maybe "About the company"? The instruction says use headings for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). So we need to map content accordingly.
We have:
- "Who will you be working with?" paragraph about culture. Could be "About the role" or maybe "About the company". But we can put under "About the role" a description of role context.
- "How will you make a difference?" then description of Tool and Die Technician responsibilities: designing, building, maintaining, repairing tooling, dies, jigs, weld fixtures; ensures safe, efficient, repeatable manufacturing; tight tolerances; production uptime.
- "What will your typical day look like?" list of duties: design, fabricate, assemble, repair tooling; diagnose/troubleshoot; support Manufacturing Engineering and Production; read/interpret blueprints, CAD, engineering drawings; utilize precision measuring instruments and machining equipment; conduct preventive maintenance and documentation; collaborate with Engineering for continuous improvements; assist with setup/alignment of weld fixtures; maintain compliance with safety, quality, housekeeping standards; may perform other duties with training.
- Then "Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable)." This is legal/EEO boilerplate? It's about eligibility, drug screen. Might be considered boilerplate but it's specific eligibility requirement. The instruction says remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate. This is legal eligibility and drug screen; likely considered boilerplate. We should remove it.
- Then "Who are we?" description of Wabtec corporation. That's company overview; could be placed under "About the role" or maybe separate "About the company". But we only have allowed headings; we could put under "About the role" a brief description of role and company. Or we could create a separate section like "About the company" but not in allowed list. Probably better to incorporate into "About the role" or maybe "About the role" includes role description; we could add a paragraph about company under "About the role". Or we could create a section "About the company" but not allowed; risk being rejected. Safer to stick to allowed headings.
- Then "Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:" etc. That's EEO boilerplate; remove.
- Then "Additional Information Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $30.00-$42.00 per hour. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible."
That's Pay and Benefits info. So we need a Pay section with the salary range. Benefits section with mention of health, welfare, retirement, annual bonus if eligible, and link to benefits site.
- Then "Qualifications What do we want to know about you?" list: High school diploma or GED; Technical associate’s degree. Minimum of 5 years of work-related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong background in fixture design and welding applications. Proficient with manual and CNC machining equipment. Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings. Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skills. Strong communication and teamwork abilities. Language Ability: ... Math Ability: ... Reasoning Ability: ... Computer Skills: ...
We need to separate into Requirements, Qualifications, Skills maybe. The instruction says use headings for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). So we need to decide what goes where.
Typically:
- About the role: overview of role and company culture.
- Responsibilities: duties/tasks.
- Requirements: minimum qualifications (education, experience, certifications).
- Qualifications: maybe preferred qualifications? But we have both.
- Skills: specific abilities (technical skills, language, math, reasoning, computer).
We have a lot of detail; we can split.
Let's extract:
Education/Experience:
- High school diploma or GED; Technical associate’s degree.
- Minimum of 5 years of work-related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
That's requirements.
Strong background in fixture design and welding applications.
Proficient with manual and CNC machining equipment.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings.
Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
These could be skills or qualifications.
Language Ability: ability to read limited number of two- and three-syllable words and recognize similarities/differences between words and series of numbers; ability to print and speak simple sentences.
Math Ability: strong applied mathematical skills focusing on geometry, trigonometry, algebra; proficiency handling decimal-to-fraction conversions, calculating to tolerance .0001 inch.
Reasoning Ability: apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written/oral instructions; deal with problems involving few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Computer Skills: knowledge of Manufacturing software.
These are skills.
Thus we can have:
- Requirements: education + experience.
- Qualifications: maybe strong background in fixture design and welding applications; proficiency with manual/CNC; ability to read drawings; problem-solving; communication/teamwork.
- Skills: language, math, reasoning, computer skills.
But the line between qualifications and skills is fuzzy; we can still follow.
Now Benefits: health, welfare, retirement; annual bonus if eligible; link.
Pay: $30.00-$42.00 per hour.
Schedule: not mentioned; we should not create Schedule section because no content.
Now we need to remove duplicated lines: there is duplicate "Additional Information Our job titles may span more than one career level..." appears twice; we need to keep only once.
Also duplicate "Who are we?" appears twice; we need to keep only one substantive description.
Now we need to output only HTML fragment, no markdown fences.
Let's craft:
About the role
... combine intro paragraphs about People First, culture, company overview, role impact.
We need to preserve all substantive info; not invent. So we need to include the statements about People First, expanding the possible, etc. Also the description of Wabtec as leading global provider, etc. Ensure we don't repeat. Let's extract the substantive paragraphs: From start: "Job Description Who will you be working with? It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us." That's about culture. Then "How will you make a difference? The Tool and Die Technician is responsible for designing, building, maintaining, and repairing tooling, dies, jigs, and weld fixtures used in production operations. This role ensures all tooling supports safe, efficient, and repeatable manufacturing processes while maintaining tight tolerances and production uptime." That's role overview. Then "Who are we? Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 30,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! http://www.WabtecCorp.com" Later there is another "Who are we? Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike. Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com. Culture powers us and the possibilities. We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more. Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you." That second one includes EEO statements; we should remove EEO boilerplate but keep the company description. However the second includes many EEO lines; we need to strip those. Keep the descriptive parts about Wabtec being leading provider, experience, etc. But we already have a similar description in first "Who are we?" which is more detailed (nearly four centuries). We can keep that and discard the second duplicate. Thus About the role section can combine the initial culture paragraphs, role overview, and company overview (first Who are we?). Ensure not to repeat. Now Responsibilities: we have "What will your typical day look like?" list of duties. Also earlier "How will you make a difference?" gave a brief responsibility statement; but we can incorporate that into Responsibilities as well. We need to output as- for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. For prose, use
. Thus Responsibilities: we can have a
summarizing the role ensures safe efficient etc, then a
- with the typical day duties.
Let's list duties from "What will your typical day look like?":
- Design, fabricate, assemble, and repair a variety of production tooling including dies, jigs, gauges, and weld fixtures.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot issues with tooling and fixtures to minimize downtime and improve reliability.
- Support Manufacturing Engineering and Production teams with fixturing solutions that enhance product quality and throughput.
- Read and interpret blueprints, CAD models, and engineering drawings to ensure tooling accuracy.
- Utilize precision measuring instruments and machining equipment including mills, lathes, grinders, and surface plates.
- Conduct preventive maintenance and documentation on all tooling and fixtures.
- Collaborate with