Tool & Die Technician - Maintenance - 2nd Shift

COMPETENCIES

Tool and Die Technician to join our manufacturing team.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the design, construction, and maintenance of tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures used in the manufacturing process.

This role requires a high level of precision and attention to detail, as well as the ability to work with various materials and machinery.

The Tool and Die Technician will collaborate closely with engineers, machinists, and production staff to ensure that all tools and dies meet the required specifications and are maintained to the highest standards.

Key responsibilities include interpreting technical drawings, using CAD software, operating CNC machines, and performing regular maintenance and repairs on tools and dies.

The Tool and Die Technician works as member of the larger plant assembly team and may flex to any of the departments or workstations as volume dictates.

The employee demonstrates BAC’s values of Earning Trust, Embracing Responsibility, Showing Courage, and Driving Innovation, and is committed to achieving technical expertise in their department.

The purpose for every position at BAC regardless of department or level can be summed up as doing the right thing in the right way.

Duties/Responsibilities:

· Uses tools and dies to build fixtures; creates dies as required to construct new fixtures.

· Repairs dies, molds, and tools when needed; disassembles molds, jigs, tools, and fixtures, then reassembles when repaired.

· Reads and understands blueprints and complicated schematics as required to create and build new fixtures, tools, and machine parts.

· Uses computer-aided design (CAD) software to create designs and/or turn designs into blueprints.

· Inspects completed tools and dies for signs of imperfection or damage that may affect functionality.

· Regularly tests all equipment, tools, and machines to ensure they are arranged and set properly and working efficiently.

· Modifies machines to control speed, material feed, or path of cut as required to ensure a quality product is produced within specifications.

· Maintains a safe, clean, and well-organized workspace.

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to safely and accurately operate all measuring and production equipment.

· Working understanding of geometry, trigonometry, and algebra.

· Thorough understanding of metallic properties.

· Ability to work independently, and with engineers and machinists.

· Proficient with computer-aided design (CAD) software.

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

· Successful completion of an apprentice program with a licensed professional or established company required.

· On-the job training available.

· Tool and diemaker certification required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

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