Toolmaker III

Job Purpose

This position will perform final mold assembly work review and analyze repair work to meet company demands. Position provides detailed and timely information to help achieve company goals and initiatives

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform final mold assembly on new tool builds
• Manage assigned tool builds ensuring smooth workflow between departments
• Traditional machining techniques (lathes mills surface grinder centerless grinders and CNC machines)
• Diagnose production tool issues for repair
• Perform mold maintenance per PM program as required
• Attend mold samples as required
• Utilize computer software for geometry examinations review and interrogation for manufacture
• Maintain quality standards of company
• Attend design reviews and provide design input as required
• Maintain communication with other departments to ensure smooth workflow
• Work toward meeting or improving delivery dates
• Maintain flexibility in working within other areas of toolshop as requested
• Ensure all department documentation is completed using proper Good Document Practices
• Ensure all proper manufacturing procedures are followed
• Maintain a clean & safe work area
• Work scheduled hours including Overtime initiatives as requested
• Maintain machine and other company equipment in good working order
• Help to maintain positive attitude within the department
• Other duties as assigned

Skills / Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required and/or certification from associated trade school
• 7 years of experience
• Ability to complete final assembly on complex tooling unsupervised
• Capable of managing workflow for individual tool builds.
• Ability to work to very tight tolerances (.0002) on square and round components
• Measure with tool makers instruments
• Basic computer skills required
• CAD/CAM software knowledge
• Injection mold wiring knowledge
• Ability to read write and verbally communicate clearly
• Ability to read and understand 3-D files and 2D prints

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must have good vision
• Must have manual dexterity
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
• Repetitive motions are required
• Requires frequent bending squatting and twisting motions
• Must be able to climb stepladders
• Must be able to climb up and down stairs

Other Special Requirements

• Must be available for overtime as needed
• Environment: Noise level is uncontrolled (Ear plugs are provided.)
• Perform job duties in accordance withISO13485/9001 standards and requirements including audits

Safety Responsibilities

• Ensure that all safety procedures are followed
• Ensure that all equipment safeties are not altered or defeated.