Tooling Technician

PROJECTXYZ

has a rare opening for a Tooling Technician in our manufacturing area where we provide prototype molds and parts to major OEM companies using world-class equipment and leading-edge technologies through stereolithography, selective laser sintering, vacuum casting, and other specialized processes.

PROJECTXYZ

tailors' products and services to meet the demands in the automotive market as well as other strategic market pursuits and growth areas. One of the key benefits of the facility is producing large numbers of high-quality parts very quickly, with great dimensional accuracy, and low scrap rates. Equipment and leading-edge technologies the company uses to provide molds and parts to major OEM companies include stereolithography, selective laser sintering, vacuum casting, and other specialized processes.

Purpose of Position:

This position will perform preventative maintenance on molds per production requirements. Repair molds and manufacture spare or replacement parts with minimal supervision. Machining and welding of parts for projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Work with quality, maintenance, production staff or alone to repair molds as needed. Use TIG welder if and where needed to fix damaged areas. Troubleshoot and rebuild hot runner systems when necessary. Gain knowledge on determining what can and cannot be a quick fix. Work as a team with and for Production as support. Make parts for molds or other projects as needed. Tear down, clean, and lubricate molds, inspect all springs, pins, slides etc. for wear or damage on molds. Replace or repairs as needed. Data entry on repairs and PMs performed. Maintain tool room area. Perform after hours mold repairs as necessary.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent is required. Industrial Machine Shop Degree preferred. Industrial Machine Shop experience in a manufacturing setting is highly preferred. 2 years of Injection Molding / Die repair experience in a manufacturing setting. Strong trouble shooting skills. Welding - TIG. Strong problem solving skills Good oral communication and writing skills. Leadership abilities that includes strong Team Building experience. Strong mechanical aptitude. Mold Polishing Skills (Class "A"). Understanding of Lean concepts and their applications. Good interpersonal skills. Experience on all tool room equipment (mill, surface grinder). Familiarity with mold wiring. Experience with spotting & fitting of mold/die components.

Working Conditions:

Employees are regularly required to safely and efficiently perform tasks in a fast-paced working environment under minimal supervision. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to temperature, fumes and noise. Various physical demands; climbing, lifting, standing. Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.

PROJECTXYZ

is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Requirements:

Must be able to Pass Pre-Employment Drug Screening