Tool Maker

Job description:

Flex-N-Gate Effingham is looking for an experienced Tool Maker.

The Tool Maker will fabricate and repair molding dies, fixtures, guages, and tools.

Responsibilities


* Examine form and texture of plastic parts to detect imperfections on Class A surfaces


* Dismantle dies to assess repair and tool


* Study specifications such as blue prints, sketches, models or descriptions and visualizes product to         determine materials required and machines to be used to fabricate parts


* Lift dies with overhead cranes


* Verify dimensions, alignments and clearances


* Examine tools and recommend design modifications regarding construction and function of the part


* Working knowledge of mill, lathe, surface grinder, TIG welding


* Knowledge of hydraulics and electrical trouble shooting

Qualifications


* 3-5 years of experience in tool and die repair role.


* Experience with plastic injection molding tools preferred


* Ability to perform fabrication and repairs utilizing machinery


* Experience with overhead cranes preferred


* Ability to work with minimal supervision

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:



* 401(k)


* 401(k) matching


* Dental insurance


* Employee assistance program


* Flexible spending account


* Health insurance


* Health savings account


* Life insurance


* Paid time off


* Professional development assistance


* Referral program


* Relocation assistance


* Tuition reimbursement


* Vision insurance

Requirements


* High school diploma or GED required.


* Completion of a Tool & Die apprenticeship program or equivalent technical training.


* 3+ years of experience as a Tool Maker, preferably in an automotive or high-volume manufacturing environment.


* Possess a Provincial Trade License or equivalent experience preferred.