Tool and Die Maintenance Technician

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

· Trade school or equivalent experience.

· Requires a strong mechanical background.

· Strong time management, organizational, and record keeping skills.

· Must be able to use a computer and Microsoft Office.

· Extrusion knowledge a plus.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Applied knowledge of hand tools and proper use on extrusion dies.

· Some prior Machine shop and or Tool and Die Experience is preferred, but not necessary.

· Must be able to “lead by example” and train others, as needed.

· Must have strong time management, organizational, and record keeping skills.

· Must be able to use a computer.

YOUR ROLE:

· The bullet points below reflect roughly 80% of your job. We are a fast-paced company, you may be pulled in a variety of different directions with tasks added or changed as the company grows.

· Visually inspect all incoming tooling from the production floor & log into PM software.

· Report any damage or excessive wear to Team lead and Process Engineering.

· Ensure proper die functioning in relation to maintenance and cleaning, dismantling, reassembly and start up.

· Utilize various tools and processes on extrusion tooling to maintain industry standards on all visible surfaces.

· Maintain complete inventory and storage of dies within the Tool Management System.

· Reference Production plan to gather tooling as needed for production runs or new product development/ Tuning.

· Operate Die Maintenance Sonic Tank and Extrude hone to clean residual debris left during the extrusion process.

· Use hand tools for disassembly and reassembly of dies, such as brass bars, rubber mallets, Allen wrenches, etc.

· Ensure dies are properly reassembled by replacing bolts and stoning plates, as needed.

· Maintain proper housekeeping and safety standards, making proper use of PPE, as required.

· Train operators proper care of extrusion dies, as needed.

· Support Tool and Die shop as needed, including basic repairs.

· Record and document Tool and die condition including CTQ and shape dimensions.

· Be open-minded and effectively contribute in continuous improvement initiatives.

· Must be able to work independently or in a group setting.

· Maintain proper housekeeping and safety standards, making proper use of PPE, and use of LOTO, as required.

· Maintain adequate attendance levels, be prompt, a “can do” attitude, and work overtime as needed.

· Actively participate in Toolroom department team meetings.

· Other duties as assigned.