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Job Title: Toolmaker Level 2
Shift: 2nd Shift / 2:45 PM - 11:00 PM
Department/Group: Tool Shop
Location: Kulpsville, PA
Position Type: KV Union
Job Family/Grade: 15
Reports to: Supervisor
Position Purpose Summary - In addition to being capable of performing all tasks assigned to Toolmaker, this position is required to perform the following:
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Comply with all federal and state environmental, health and safety regulations as well as any safety policies and protocols outlined by the company.
• Set up and operate various manual and CNC equipment to produce all types of molds, dies, fixtures, gauges and cutting tools.
• Perform highly diversified machining of complicated molds and tooling.
• Must be proficient at manual machining and milling complex tooling projects.
• Capable of performing all complex Wire EDM work
• Capable of holding intricate tolerances on all tooling being produced.
• Check blueprints and configure mathematical calculations necessary to correct or complete tooling.
• Capable of all miscellaneous and complex grinding operations.
• Provide feedback and aid Tool Designers to improve the manufacturing of all tooling.
• Work in a team environment, supporting successful work transition from shift to shift and interacting in a professional and productive manner with team members, Management, Engineers, Inspection, CAM Programmers, Tool Designers, Elastomer Technicians, Injection Mold and Composite Mold Technicians.
• Perform the above tasks without Supervision while producing quality tooling within the estimated manufacturing costs.
• Record all Information on GT data collection system as required.
• Make revisions and repairs to all types of tooling as necessary.
• Perform miscellaneous duties in the Tool Shop as assigned.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and safety shoes.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Give direction to lower class employees who are involved in the manufacture of tooling.
• Assist Tool Maintenance Machinists in the Mold Prep/Weld areas as required
• Perform 5S functions, including but not limited to:

• Keep fluids (coolants, oil, etc.) of equipment at recommended levels.
• Ensure tools are properly placed and clean.
• Participate on teams
• Clean equipment
• General housekeeping in department.

• Notify Supervisor of any problems which occur in the manufacture of molds, dies, and fixtures, along with cutting tools and gauges.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
• High School Diploma / GED or equivalent experience
Must have attained Greene, Tweed & Co. Toolmaker Level 2 or equivalent, as determined by management.

• To bid on this job candidate must have a minimum of 1 year as a Toolmaker Level 1 combined with 4-5 + years relevant machining experience as determined by management.
  • Two (2) years of the four (4) year apprenticeship program (3 years apprenticeship/1 year Gr 13) can apply as relevant experience.
• Must be proficient with operating computers, including searching, saving, and editing files
• Demonstrated ability to independently read and interpret production drawings, work instructions, Company documents and other specified requirements essential for performing standard job functions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. without the use of mechanical lifting devices or assistance from others.
• Ability to work for long periods of time in standing position.
• Perform job in compliance with the Company's Quality Policy (ISO 9000).
• Perform job in a safe manner.
Required Minimum Qualifications

• This position requires U.S. Person status as defined by applicable law for authorized access to data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). A U.S. Person includes U.S. Citizens, U.S. Nationals, lawful permanent residents, and workers granted refugee or asylum status in the United States.

Note: This Job Description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by the Supervisor. All requirements are subject to change and updates.
We also provide eligible employees with a competitive benefits package that includes health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401k savings plan, life and disability insurance, tuition assistance and more, to meet the diverse needs of all employees and their family members.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Greene, Tweed is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other federally protected class.
Drug Free Workplace:
Greene, Tweed is a Drug Free Workplace. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation subject to federal, state, and local laws.
NOTE: Greene, Tweed is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for employment opportunities, unless they have a written agreement for the position they are contacting us about. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at GT without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of Greene, Tweed, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Greene, Tweed as a result of the referral or through other means.