Tool & Die Technician (2nd and 3rd Shift)

at Rivian Automotive, LLC in Normal, Illinois, United States Job Description About Rivian Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract. As a company, we constantly challenge what's possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations. Role Summary The Tool and Die Technician is an important component of our skilled trades program at Rivian. They ensure our Tooling and Production equipment meets the needs of our teams and runs smoothly and efficiently. The opening is located at our Normal, IL facility and reports directly to a Group Leader within the Tool & Die team. Responsibilities Perform preventive maintenance on Thermoplastic Injection, Slush and Monofoam Tooling, and/or Automotive Stamping Dies. Troubleshoot Tooling and/or Stamping Process issues Troubleshoot Processing issues Perform Mold and/or Die Repairs and Engineering Changes that include welding and hand finishing Make replacement components for both Tooling and Production Equipment Use of mobile equipment (Crane, Fork Truck, and Tugger) Perform basic Administrative Duties including computer data entry and ordering parts Ability to work any shift Qualifications Completion of Tool & Die or Mold making training program or relevant work experience Understanding of Thermoplastic Injection Molding and/or Progressive Stamping process Experience with standard Tool Room Machines 8 years of Mold and/or Die Repair or Mold Making experience Proficient in working complex Three Dimensional surfaces Experience working with Class-A auto parts Tig Welding experience Arc Welding experience Ability to read blue prints Injection Molding Processing experience CNC Machining experience with G-code programming capability Microsoft Office literate Ability to alternate between sitting, standing, and walking 8-12 hours per day. Ability to climb steps to access workstations and machines. Lifting/carrying (materials, tools, and equipment) up to 20 lbs., pushing/pulling with a force of up to 50 lbs. Manual dexterity to grasp and manipulate materials, tools, and equipment. Able to positions one's body to access in and around dies. (bending/squatting/stooping/kneeling/reaching below waist and above shoulder) Pay Disclosure The salary range for this role is $43.00 per hour for Illinois based applicants. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, and organizational needs. The successful candidate may be eligible for annual performance bonus. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time employees, their spouse or domestic partner, and children up to age 26, including but not limited to paid vacation, paid sick leave, and a competitive portfolio of insurance benefits including life, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance to eligible employees. You may also have the opportunity to participate in Rivian's 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program if you meet certain eligibility requirements. Full-time employee coverage is effective on their first day of employment. Part-time employee coverage is effective the first of the month following 90 days of employment. More information about benefits is available at rivianbenefits.com. You can apply for this role through careers.rivian.com (or through internal-careers-rivian.icims.com if you are a current employee). This job is not expected to be closed any sooner than December 17th,... For full info follow application link. Equal Opportnity Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law. Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at accessibility@rivian.com. 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