The candidate will be responsible to construct, alter and repair tools, dies, jigs, fixtures and gages.
Must be able to work independently or under direction of Shop Manager.
Troubleshoot tooling issues and machine, replace or repair parts as required.
Set up, program, and operate all Toolroom machinery including but not limited to CNC Mills and Lathe with Live Tooling, all manual mills, lathes and grinders.
Program CNC equipment utilizing Esprit software.
Work within a Team mindset alongside a Team of Skilled Toolmakers.
Knowledge of and ability to use precision measuring instruments and gages to verify machined components are within specifications.
Keep required documentation as directed by Manager.
Always keeps work area and equipment clean and orderly.
Follow general shop etiquette- indicate vices, tram heads etc.
Work with other crafts within the maintenance team and production department to troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning machinery and equipment.
Follow all standard shop safety practices and wear required PPE as required.
Must be able to Process parts from print to completion utilizing all Toolroom machinery.
Strong Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Working knowledge of machinery and different machine systems.
Working knowledge of computers, Cad/Cam and Microsoft applications.
Must be able to apply Lean principles to shop environment.
Strong mathematical skillsMinimum Experience.
High school diploma or GED.
Must have UAW Journeyman's card or documented experience as a Toolmaker to obtain Journeyman's card.
This can consist of 8 years of documented previous experience, or documented combination of work experience and training equal to a bona fide apprenticeship program.
