Toolmaker AAA

Summary: The highest-level technician role is a master-level toolmaker with deep expertise in all aspects of tool and die making. Demonstrates mastery by independently producing a complex die or roll forming setups that integrates multiple machining disciplines. Other duties may be assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Tool Maker AAA duties and responsibilities – and -

Independently design, machine, and assemble intricate tooling for presses and roll formers.

Produce a complex part or die that showcases mastery of CNC, manual machining, and forming principles.

Serve as the technical authority for all tooling-related matters.

Lead continuous improvement initiatives in tooling design, setup efficiency, and die life extension.

Train and certify other toolmakers to ensure consistent quality and performance.

Comply and adhere to all safety, quality, and compliance guidelines.

Requirements

Mastery of equipment in the tool and die shop

Proven ability to lead projects and mentor others

Excellent organizational and documentation skills.

Competency: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies, as well as observe all Company "Shop Rules":

Ethics: Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. Must have high standards and a high level of integrity to match the trust necessary to hold this position.

Organizational Support: Follows policies and procedures; Supports organization's goals and values.

Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Observe and surpass company “Shop Rules” and security procedures.

Attendance/Punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time. Be willing to work some hours while production is not in operation.

Dependability: Follows instructions, responds to management direction.

Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Understanding of all mechanical equipment and its maintenance needs. Must be able to inspect parts for conformance.

Education and/or Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum of 10 years in a tool maker role.

Technical or vocational training preferred

Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn

Ability to read simple mechanical drawings or schematics

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out a repair, maintenance and service situation. Ability to deal with non-standardized situations daily. Ability to use standard instructions provided by manufacturers of plant equipment and install/repair plant equipment.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employees must be able to perform tasks such as climbing a ladder, use of aerial platforms, repetitively pushing or pulling with arms in any position including overhead and lifting 75 pounds intermittently as needed. The employee must have a reasonable range of motion and strength of all extremities and spinal segments as determined by a physical exam.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. We are not a climate-controlled facility; therefore, summer heat and winter cold are conditions that should be expected.

Duties other than those specifically listed above may be assigned by the supervisor.