Die Repair - 2nd Shift

Fisher Dynamics is the automotive industry’s premier supplier of safety – critical seat structures and mechanisms. Steeped in a tradition of excellence, and rooted in automotive innovation, the Fisher story is filled with automotive manufacturing milestones. We bring design, engineering, and manufacturing vehicle seating systems to a new level with innovative thinking. We’re about cutting edge ideas. We have created an environment that encourages an uninterrupted flow of revolutionary concepts and unique ideas

Fisher is currently looking for a 2nd Shift Die Repair for our Sterling Heights, MI facility. This position is responsible for performing manufacture, repair and maintenance to progressive dies to support production. Experience with Transfer Presses is a requirement.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform die maintenance, using tool room equipment and hand tools
• Fabricate and/or repair dies for production/ Grinding & Sharpening Details
• Make press repairs for tooling in and out of press, troubleshooting, press & die issues
• Document and record various data for the department, report inventory of die details.
• Drive a hi-lo and/or operate crane to transport dies for maintenance or installation
• Various other duties as required by the department

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

Education and training leading to journeyman status as a Tool & Die Maker preferred but not required

Experience

Four years of experience

Skills

Strong mechanical ability and problem solving skills sufficient to perform fabrication and build activities

Blue Print reading

Knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 standards

Knowledge of cutting, forming, milling, grinding, assembly, tool steel composition, tool sharpening, hardness testing, machine repair and set-up, and metal fabrication.

Operate basic metrology instruments, grinders, mills, lathes, drill presses, optical comparator.

Communication skills to communicate and interact with all levels of employees and suppliers

Computer skills and math skills sufficient to perform department related tasks are required

Ability to work effectively with people

Licensure

Valid driver’s license, hi-lo license.

Safety

Safety glasses and hearing protection required. Other safety equipment required on an as needed basis.

Work Environment

Working environment and physical requirements of this position are those typical of a manufacturing environment.

Physical Demands

Working environment and physical requirements of this position are those typical of a manufacturing environment. Job requires very frequent visual effort and concentration, and the ability to move throughout the plant, including second story areas. The ability to lift 40 pounds is required, as well as the ability to grip and hold hand tools.