Job Description

PURPOSE/SCOPE: 

These persons will learn to develop, build, and setup tooling jobs; maintain tools and press equipment, and to work closely with other people for the purpose of facilitating effective and efficient production. Graduating apprentices will be expected to work a night shift.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Learn the responsibilities of, and become skilled at, the job of Eyelet Tool & Die Maker. This will be accomplished by spending a specific number of hours in key areas, as outlined in the Apprentice Manual.
• Maintain and update apprentice book. Apprentice is responsible for completing outline.
• Successfully complete the required related course work through an approved college or institution.
• Successfully complete all required in-house training programs.
• Purchase the tools required for the position.
• Be able to work on the shift assigned.
• Maintain excellent safety and housekeeping habits.
• Contribute to an environment for harmonious operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Regarded as creative, a self-starter, and adaptable.
• Educated and experienced in Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Statistical Problem Solving.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Can document course work or equivalent experience in these areas:
  • Blueprint reading                                                          
  • Machinist/technical math
  • Statistical Process Control
  • Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
  • Basic Machine Shop
  • Interpersonal communications
  • One year of experience as a Die Setter.
  • Completion of an Associate’s Degree in Machine Tool at a technical college.

REQUIRED INTERPERSONAL & BEHAVIORAL SKILLS:  

• Has good mechanical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.