Job Description

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• All new tooling is produced on time and efficiently while maintaining high quality standards.

• A thorough acquired expertise in all the skills, techniques, and technologies required to perform this job.

• The responsibility for coordinating new tooling with other departments (i.e., CNC, design and EDM).

• Assume the responsibility for problem solving and directing all peers to come to a common goal.

• Works with the Tooling/Supervisor and mold designer at the beginning of all programs to determine the overall game plan and methodology of tool build when required.

Other Duties/Responsibilities:

• The Tooling Manager/Supervisor are informed of all changes in approach, problems or mistakes in a timely manner.

• All information given to others on the job is documented in a clear easy-to-understand fashion.

• Positive and negative feedback to others working on the job is handled in an appropriate manner.

• Study engineering and technical publications to keep abreast of technological changes and advancements.

• Develop and maintain an attitude which promotes teamwork on the job.

• Devote enough time is spent learning CAD software so that it can be used as an electronic blueprint. Planning work with Tooling Manager/Supervisor.

• Working with specialty departments to get their input and help on the job.

• Ensure all deliveries are met.

• Take care of all miscellaneous details on the job or get support help with them through the Tooling Manage/Supervisor.

• Work with Tooling Management daily to make sure their jobs do not sit in specialty departments and all schedules are met.

• Understand PTA System Procedures involving Tooling related SP’s

Job Qualifications:

• Must display a complete understanding/proficiency of all aspects of the mold making process

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Minimum of five years experience in mold building

• Understand the molding process, materials and their relationship to the mold making process

• Must be proficient with CAD, NC programming, manual milling, grinding, turning, CNC and EDM

• Work unsupervised or in team setting

• Lift up to 75 pounds

• Able to stand for extended periods of time

• Work on computer for extended periods of time

• Bridgeport, lathe and surface grinder experience a plus

• The qualified individual must be a US citizen

You should be proficient in:

• Manual Machining Skills
• CAD/CAM Software

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• CNC Grinder
• Manual Vertical Mill
• EDM Drilling Machine