Tool Representative Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Come grow with us! We are seeking a Tool and Die Maker at our facility in Pulaski, TN.  Starting wage $27.25 -$33.25!

Your success is our success… Founded in 1978, North American Stamping Group is a Tier II supplier of components, systems and aftermarket products for the automotive industry with a core business market consisting of seating, ride control, exhaust components, heat shields, noise, vibration and harness (NVH), chassis and structural and window regulators. Our sales have grown annually at a compounded rate of 18.0% for the last eight years, tripling our business, making us an industry leader in the manufacturing of stampings and automated assemblies. 

GENERAL SUMMARY
 

The Tool and Die Maker reports to the Tooling Manager. This position works with the Leaders as a Tool & Die to develop and maintain efficient and reliable tooling processes to the Production Department. Troubleshoot any problems that are presented during production or on the bench.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Work from tool room schedule to ensure that production tooling and equipment is ready to meet customer requirements
• Troubleshoot tooling problems at presses
• Work on production equipment when necessary to maintain production
• Requisition supplies and spare parts for tool room and dies and keep these areas organized
• Maintain clean work areas
• Work with outside tradesman as required
• Interpret prints for tooling modifications, accuracy, &/or improvements
• Work with Engineers to create &/or modify prints to reflect changes
• Perform Preventive maintenance by assignment
• Willing to accept other additional job duties from next level leader.
• Work with all employees to continuously improve quality and production
• Suggest methods of improvement (Continuous Improvement Plan)

SALARY / BENEFITS

• This position is eligible for Performance Bonus. These bonuses are added to your hourly rate and can be as much as $3/hr.
• 7.5% Shift Premium if applicable.
• Employees become eligible for Insurance after 30 days of employment. These insurances include:
  1. Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, AD&D, Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness
• Employer Paid Basic Life and A&D – NASG provides all Full-Time eligible employees with Employer-Paid Life and AD&D insurance in the amount of 1x annual base salary, up to $200,000. This is provided by your employer at no cost to you.
• 401(k) Program
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Certified Toolmaker or 5 years’ experience in Tool and Die field preferred
• Apprenticeship Program completion preferred

Experience:

• Three (3) years Tool and Die Maker experience.

Personal/Technical Skills:

• Demonstrated basic computer skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Demonstrated reading and comprehension skills.
• Self-motivated, self-directed and able to make and meet specific goals in the Tooling Department
• Willing to learn or possess computer skills including, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and CAD
• Willing to learn simple electronics for sensor program assistance

Training:

• IATF16949 / ISO14001 / toolmaker baseline training
• TQPS Continuous Improvement training
• Mistake Proofing Philosophy, Forklift Certification
• Overhead Crane Certification

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The primary job functions involve the ability to sit and work on a computer and in an office situation for extensive periods of time is required. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to talk, see, and hear. The associate must be capable of walking, sitting, and standing for extended periods of time and is able to lift frequently 35pounds and occasionally required to lift, move, and carry up to 75 pounds. 

Availability: 

• Must be available for overtime as required.
• Available for training as required

Travel:

• Minimal

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS

• Standard automotive plant environment with moderate noise level. 
• PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) such as safety glasses, steel toe shoes, Kevlar sleeves, hearing protection, etc. may be required in designated engineering, manufacturing, or industrial areas.  Personal attire standards may apply.
• Involves moderate or occasional presence of some slightly disagreeable conditions, i.e., cold, dust, heat, odor, etc.

DISCLAIMER

This job description is intended to identify the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification, as well as certain essential job functions.  It is not intended, and should not be interpreted, as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice, based on operational needs.  To qualify for this job, however, an associate must be able to perform its essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.  Under no circumstances may this job description be construed as altering the at-will nature of the employment relationship between NASG and any associate.

EOE/M/F/D/V