Tool Mechanic

About the role

As an active member of the Tooling Team, duties will be defined by the expectations of the Production Schedule. Repairs and maintains machinery, plumbing, physical structures and fixtures of all aspects of the operation performing any combination of the following duties:

Responsibilities

• Constructing and making aluminium tool/molds from the rough casting to a tool/mold ready for production.
• In performing the job, the tool/mold maker, uses various hand tools measuring devices and equipment such as lathe, milling machines, aluminium welders, drills, etc., and makes the tool/mold to drawings or other specifications.
• Completing work orders in ITS2.
• Completing TQR on New Tools as well as completing required forms.
• Making tool modifications.
• Following tooling schedule for completing repairs.
• Following tooling PM schedule to complete preventative maintenance on tools.
• Troubleshooting tool/mold defects.
• May also be required to troubleshoot tooling on the press.
• The tool/mold maker also plans layouts and constructs jigs and other items as required.
• Maintain a safe and tidy work environment with regular housekeeping and use of PPE.
• Actively participate in training of teammates in gaining new skills.
• Actively participate in Continuous Improvement Program.
• Participation in the 5S program.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience: tool repairs & modifications, fabrication with aluminium and carbon steel.
• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to read and understand blueprints.
• Skilled in the use of all machine shop equipment including lathe, milling machines, radial drill, aluminium and steel welding equipment and various hand tools.
• Must be able to plan and follow the job through to completion doing all the necessary work required of the job.
• Must be able to work with equipment required for plumbing on tool/molds.

Training Requirements

Refer to the Woodbridge Chattanooga Formed Plastics Training Matrix

Pay

Competitive Compensation & Benefits Plan

Schedule

Flexible Working Hours

Benefits

• Defined Contribution Plan with additional company match – Automatic company contribution to a top quartile retirement savings plan with more incentives to match.
• Employee Assistance Program with free access to health and wellness coaches.
• Continuous Learning Culture – We believe in Upskilling & Internal Promotions!

Qualifications

None specified

Skills

None specified

Benefits

None specified

Equal Opportunity Employer

Woodbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants without regard to race, colour, ancestry, creed, place of origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know, and we will do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.