What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tool and Die Technician position at GRAMMER Americas?
GRAMMER is specialized in developing and manufacturing components and systems for car interiors as well as driver and passenger seats for off-road vehicles, trucks, buses, and trains.
As a global partner to the vehicle manufacturing industry, we are represented around the world by our two divisions, Automotive and Commercial Vehicles. Our employees are constantly engaged in developing and producing innovative, flexible solutions to meet challenges in today’s competitive global market. GRAMMER can be found on four continents with more than 50 production, distribution and logistics sites in 20 countries.
GRAMMER is a leading North American full service automotive supplier of highly engineered thermoplastic components and assemblies for interiors and air and fluid management systems.
Culture:
Here at GRAMMER, we foster a culture that embraces our Grammer CODE: Collaborate in an inclusive environment, Openness in communication and ideas, Drive for results with energy and Empower yourself and others by taking ownership of decisions and actions.
What we are looking for:
Grammer is looking for a Tool and Die Technician to join our team in Delphos, OH. The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a team environment. This individual will have an opportunity to make lasting and positive changes in our team!
What you will be doing:
- Provide technical assistance during process and tooling development to meet setup and while assuring process capability
- Produce first pieces required for approval to the specifications required working with Quality Assurance to assure compliance with specifications
- Produce pilot production runs and verifies speed of production and quality of product manufactured
- Verifies dimensions, alignments and clearances
- Experience & Knowledge required with electrical systems, hydraulics, and milling
- Knowledge of Hot Runner Systems, including Synventive, HRS
- Diagnose problems and determine corrective actions
- Complete all associated paperwork having to do with mold maintenance and PM logs
- Connects wiring and hydraulic lines to install electrical and hydraulic components
- Repair, modify and/or adjust molds
- Performs required insert changes and repairs
- Dismantles dies to gain access to and repair die components
- Fabricates and repairs welder plates and supports repair of miscellaneous auxiliary equipment
- Polishing, benching, spotting, grinding, drilling, machining, fitting, welding, operate overhead crane
What you will bring along:
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical degree preferred. Journeymans card acceptable instead of technical degree.
- Minimum 2-4 years of related experience
- Ability to work afternoon/midnight shifts as needed
- Ability to work overtime as needed
- Ability to be on call for weekend repairs as needed
- Experience maintaining a clean and organized tool & die area that allows for easy access to molds and equipment/tools
- Must have the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Detail oriented
- Excellent time-management skills with great attention to organization
- Excellent people skills
- Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office
- Ability to work effectively with all levels of management and large numbers of employees
- Proven experience being flexible and adaptable in challenging situations
What we can provide you:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage eligibility on day 1
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k)
- Volunteer Life Insurance options
- Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement Programs
- Robust Employee Assistance Program Services
- Individualized Developmental Opportunities