Tool & Die Technician 1st Shift
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Job Location:
Lafayette, IN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
At GE Appliances a Haier company we come together to make good things for the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S. were powered by creators thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that theres always a better believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore discover and build good things together.
The GE Appliances philosophy backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work invent create do business and serve our communities:we come togetherwe always look for a better way andwe create possibilities.
Interested in joining us on our journey
Location: LaFayette GAShift Hours:
1st shift 6:30am 3:00pm
Make an Impact on the Production Floor
As a Tool & Die Technician you will play a critical role in keeping stamping operations running safely and efficiently. This hands-on position is responsible for in-house die repair and maintenance coordinating outsourced die work and supporting production with timely troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives.
If you have strong die troubleshooting skills machining expertise and enjoy solving complex tooling challenges this is an opportunity to contribute directly to plant performance and reliability.
Position
Tool & Die Technician - 1st ShiftLocation
USA LaFayette GAHow Youll Create Possibilities
Perform daily tool room activities in support of production needs
Repair and maintain stamping dies using surface grinders manual mills lathes machining centers and Wire EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining)
Disassemble clean inspect and reassemble complex dies; document findings using PM (Preventative Maintenance) check sheets
Diagnose die issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime
Evaluate die condition and recommend improvements to Tool Room leadership or Tooling Engineering
Follow preventative maintenance procedures to extend die life and optimize performance
Polish draw dies to reduce friction and improve part quality
Support production engineering and Tool Room leadership as needed
Maintain a safe work environment and actively support 5S initiatives
Participate in rotational overtime including weekdays and weekends
What Youll Bring to Our Team
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent required
2-year technical degree in Tool & Die (preferred) or 2 years of related industrial manufacturing experience
Journeyman certification preferred
2 years of experience building and/or maintaining stamping dies
Proven die troubleshooting and maintenance expertise
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and die designs
Experience with surface grinding manual machining and CNC equipment
Preferred:
CAD/CAM or SolidWorks experience
CNC programming and Machining Center setup/operation experience
CNC EDM setup and operation experience
Experience as a machinist or die makers apprentice
Why This Role Matters
Your expertise will directly support production uptime tooling reliability and product quality. This role offers the opportunity to expand your technical skills take on complex tooling challenges and contribute to the overall success of the operation.
Our Culture
Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued connected and empowered to contribute while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.
This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard valued and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging purpose and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce products and practices.
By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement belonging and connection because while attracting new talent remains a priority retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.
GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual team and organization.
GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion national or ethnic origin sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply please send an e-mail
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Quality Analysis
- Facility
- ISO
- Inventory Levels
- Root cause Analysis
- Shift operations
- General Maintenance
- Daily Operations
- Supervision
- Analysis
- PLC
- Safety Standards
- Quality Standards
- Time management skills
- Troubleshooting
