Worthington Enterprises is hiring a Tool and Die Maintenance Technician in Aberdeen, MD. This is a full-time position. Worthington Armstrong Venture (WAVE), a joint venture between Worthington Enterprises and Armstrong World Industries, has established worldwide leadership in the production of suspended ceiling systems. WAVE produces metal ceiling grids that can be combined with Armstrong ceiling boards as a complete package or sold individually. Founded in 1992, WAVE operates under a long-standing corporate philosophy rooted in the golden rule. This philosophy serves as an unwavering commitment to the customer, supplier, and shareholder, and it serves as the foundation for one of the strongest employee-employer partnerships in American industry. For more information about our products, please visit http: //www.worthingtonarmstrongventure.com WAVE is currently looking for a Tool and Die Maintenance Technician to join our team! Hours are Monday through Friday, 2: 45 to 10: 45 PM, with some required overtime. Training will be completed on day shift (6: 15 AM to 2: 30 PM) for the first 90 days. This position is responsible for activities associated primarily with press tooling. The Tool and Die Maintenance technician must demonstrate the ability to modify and repair a variety of tooling, jigs, fixtures and other similar tooling utilized in the manufacturing process. In addition, the Tool and Die Maintenance Technician must fabricate parts from drawings, sketches or verbal instructions.

General Responsibilities:

Repair/refurbish tooling using a variety of machine shop equipment and bench work to maintain close tolerances of +

•.0005". Conduct tooling changeover and assist operator in troubleshooting startup and quality specifications. Perform try-outs on all repaired/refurbished tooling and verify samples meet quality specifications. Perform basic machine preventive maintenance on machine shop equipment. Maintain all work areas and equipment in a clean and orderly condition. Perform all work in a safe manner. Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and make certain that all safety equipment is in proper working order. Perform these and other related duties as assigned or directed. Actively participate in communication and WAVE culture.

In addition to the above general responsibilities, the Tool and Die Maintenance Technician must preserve a safe work environment and work in a safe manner following all safety SOPs. Measures of Effectiveness; including, but not limited to: Safety

• OSHA rate, compliance to regulations/policies, evidence of risk reduction, engagement in 8-Step Safety Process, near-miss reporting Quality
• Customer claims, quarantined product, ability to recognize defects and implement corrective actions through visual inspection while machine is in operation Productivity
• Changeover time, tooling placement and condition accuracy, troubleshooting, inventory management Communication
• Shift handoff and line preparation, Gemba, kaizen event participation
  

Qualifications:

Minimum 3 years or more of Tool & Die repair or machine shop experience in an industrial manufacturing environment. High school diploma or equivalent Able to lift a maximum of 40 pounds Able to stand 8-10 hours per day at assigned work area

Worthington Armstrong Venture (WAVE) offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefit package that includes, but not limited to: health, dental and life insurances, vacation, quarterly profit sharing, and a 401(K) Plan. WAVE is an equal opportunity employer. It is our goal to ensure that hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation and discipline decisions are based on the job-related qualifications, abilities and performance of employees and applicants. The Company does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin, citizenship, disability or veteran status or any other reason prohibited by federal, state or local law.