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TOOLMAKER III

JOB SUMMARY

As a Toolmaker III, you play a critical role in developing and optimizing advanced tooling solutions for manufacturing processes. Leveraging your extensive experience and expertise as a toolmaker, you are responsible for designing, fabricating, manufacturing, and maintaining complex tools, dies, molds, and fixtures. Your role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, providing technical guidance, and leading projects to drive process improvements and efficiency gains.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interprets complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to identify tooling requirements and constraints.
• Utilizes advanced computer-aided design (CAD) software to help create intricate 2D and 3D models of tooling components, ensuring optimal design and manufacturability.
• Directs the Toolmaker Is and IIs on daily tasks.
• Operates various precision machine tools, including CNC machines, EDM machines, grinders, and lathes, to fabricate and modify complex tooling components.
• Conducts thorough inspections and dimensional checks using advanced metrology equipment to ensure the accuracy and quality of finished tooling components.
• Assembles, fits, and tests intricate tooling components, verifying functionality, performance, and conformance to specifications.
• Leads cross-functional teams in developing and optimizing tooling designs, collaborating with engineers, production personnel, and quality assurance teams to drive innovation and efficiency.
• Troubleshoots and resolves complex tooling-related issues, utilizing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions to improve performance and reliability.
• Develops and implements preventative maintenance programs to ensure tooling assets' longevity and optimal performance.
• Generates comprehensive documentation, including design records, modification logs, and maintenance reports, to maintain accurate records and facilitate knowledge transfer.
• Provides technical guidance and mentorship to Toolmaker Is and IIs, fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development.

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position. It shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position. An individual in this position must successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and leadership skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• 5+ years of experience working with molds and dies.
• 5+ years of experience working as a Toolmaker.
• Working knowledge of safety protocols.
• Ability to use shop mathematics, working with drawings, specifications, and formulas in tooling.
• Ability to pass Company-provided Overhead Crane and Forklift Operating Certifications.
• Proficient at using floor equipment such as grinders, mills, lathes, etc.
• Must possess own toolbox and tools for the position.
• Experience with CAD software.
• Ability to work with equipment used for making hydraulic lines and water circuits.
• Proficient in timing and fitting of die components.
• Ability to remain at or under budget on projects.
• Proficient knowledge of various steel grades, heat treat specifications, and coatings/texturings.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of experience working with molds and dies.
• High school degree or equivalent.
• A Journeyman’s Tool & Die Makers Accredited Apprenticeship or two years of technical college training in the tool & die field.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

An employee must meet the physical and mental demands described here to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead, and bend to the floor.
• Exert 1 to 25 pounds of force 75% of the time.
• Exert 26 to 50 pounds of force 20% of the time.
• Exert 50 plus pounds of force 5% of the time.
• Ability to read machine dial gages, blueprints, precision measuring instruments, and computer screens.
• Read English and understand sketches, routings, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Communicate effectively with employees.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Indoor shop-based position.
• Moderate noise levels from operating machines.
• Physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts.
• Machining fumes, dust, and mist.
• Skin exposed to oils and cutting fluids.