What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tool & Mold Repair Technician position at Thogus Products Co?
Essential Job Functions:
· Set-up and operate manual machining equipment for the manufacturing and repair of injection molds. (Bridgeport, Surface Grinder, Lathe, Cutoff Grinder, and Band Saw)
· Program and Operate CNC equipment (Cimatron & Solidworks experience preferred).
· Train others on CNC operation to assist in manufacturing. (ONA EDM & HWACHEON CNC)
· Analyze manufacturing feasibility and specifications using knowledge of tool design, shop math, and assembly procedures to build tools and dies.
· Sets up and operate conventional, special-purpose machines to fabricate tooling components; and fit and assembles these components into production tooling and fixtures.
· Ability to read tooling blueprints and/or engineering parts/welded prints and produce high quality tooling from them. Most data will be 3D solids.
· Works with little direction while building tools or fixtures for production.
· Organize tool room and tool shop supplies.
· Maintain mold Preventative Maintenance schedule and document activity in ERP system.
· Contributes to the execution tool room priorities as needed with minimal direction from Tooling Manager
· Contributes to the tool maintenance process including disassembly, cleaning, assembly, and tool inspection.
· When required, produce parts for broken machines, at times with few or no prints as a repair function.
· Consults with other tooling machinists and engineers to translate simple, effective ideas into tools.
· Takes direction from Tooling Manager and/or Engineering Director as to daily activities.
· Regular and punctual attendance.