Tooling Associate

ABOUT THE ROLE 

At Amsted Automotive, we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators, creators, and dedicated professionals who take pride in our work and in each other.

As an employee-owned organization, every team member has a stake in our success and shares in our achievements.

This ownership culture fosters a collaborative, supportive environment where your ideas and contributions matter.

Join a dynamic team helping drive the future of transportation.  

 

What’s in it for you

At Amsted Automotive, we create a supportive environment where employees thrive! With a range of benefits designed to enhance your health, well-being, and financial security, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Join us and experience the exceptional perks that make Amsted Automotive a great place to work! 

About the role

Do you enjoy solving mechanical problems, working with precision, and seeing the immediate impact of your work on production? As a Tooling Associate, you will support press setup and operational efficiency by helping keep tools, dies, and equipment optimized.

You will build your technical capability through hands-on troubleshooting, repair, print interpretation, measurement, and continuous improvement while working with an experienced tooling and production team.

What you'll do


* Support safe, efficient production setup by helping maintain and optimize transfer dies, line dies, tools, and related equipment, both in the press and out of the press. 



* Learn to troubleshoot operational deficiencies, identify root causes, make repairs and adjustments, and contribute to effective problem solving. 



* Operate toolroom equipment and machinery with precision while following established safety procedures and protocols. 



* Read and apply blueprints, GD&T, die details, part prints, CMM results, and gaging information to help maintain product quality to print and customer requirements. 



* Partner with tooling and production team members to support press setup, improve efficiency, and achieve posted expectations. 



* Participate in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement action plans that support company goals and objectives. 


* Support environmental responsibilities, including serving as a wastewater handler after completing the required environmental training. 



* Work required overtime as needed to meet customer demand and perform other duties assigned by tooling or plant leadership. 

What you need to succeed


* High school diploma or GED required.

Some college, technical trade, or manufacturing education is preferred.


* Some experience in a manufacturing environment.


* Ability and willingness to develop proficiency in blueprint and GD&T interpretation, tooling troubleshooting, CMM or gaging interpretation, and tool adjustments.


* Ability to use a computer, control panels, and other production or productivity equipment.


* Posi...