Location

Ithaca, NY.

About us

BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions for the vehicle market. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world.

Our Culture

We believe health and safety of our employees are a top priority, we care about our local communities and the global environment. BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration. 

Career Opportunities

We manage talent as seriously as we manage our businesses and encourage you to learn about our proud history, strong culture, technologies and future vision. We offer a strong local presence and interesting global opportunities. Start your future with BorgWarner now!

Job purpose

Provide specific diversified tooling and assemblies to meet engineering and production requirements by performing various complex technical Tool Room functions with limited supervision.

Journeyman Tool and Die Maker has a complete knowledge of all Tool Room operations and utilizes the skill and ability to perform complex layouts and complex machine tool set-ups for the purpose of adjusting, repairing, heat treating and constructing various tools, dies, fixtures, gages, etc.  Must be able to work to extremely close tolerances, assemble various tooling projects and electro-mechanical assemblies, and be able to set-up and operate all Tool Room equipment with general responsibility for work involved.

What we are looking for

High school diploma or equivalent required

Minimum 4 years of extensive specific skills training in tool and die making field

Wire EDM and Jig Grind experience preferred.

Machine maintenance experience

High school diploma or equivalent required

Salary

Salary ranges from $55,000 - $75,000 based on experience

Comprehensive medical, dental, life vision, disability and long term disability options available

401K with Company match

Onsite Health and Wellness clinic and programs

Educational Reimbursement

Bonus Programs

Core competencies

Technical Know How:  Specific training and work experience equivalent to a Journeyman Trade Certificate, with the understanding of complex blue prints, assembly prints, and mathematics up to and including the fundamentals of trigonometry.  Knowledge to set-up, operate, adjust, and troubleshoot all Tool Room equipment and precision measuring devices is required. 

Training:  Extensive specific skills training in the tool and die making field for a minimum of six (4) years. Knowledge of Wire EDM machines and Jig grinding operations preferred.

Decision Making/Accountability:  The Journeyman Tool and Die maker works in an environment that requires limited supervision, periodic guidance of others, and the latitude to deviate on Tool Room practices and procedures.  Review of work results is usually after the fact.

Communication/Interpersonal Skills:  Relationship usually involves discussion and/or recommendations on issues regarding machining practices. Impact is considerable and may be limited to an individual project, department, or could possibly affect the facility as a whole.

What we believe

Inclusion-We value diversity in people, ideas, and experiences.

Integrity- We believe in transparency, authenticity, and depend on each other to deliver what we promise.

Excellence- We contribute to our developments by seeking knowledge and sharing information.

Responsibility- We care about our local communities and the global environment.

Collaboration- We are one BorgWarner.

​Visa language

BorgWarner does provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. However, for this position, please only apply if you DO NOT need sponsorship to work in the Unites States now or in the future. We are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship. 

Safety 

This position will enforce to Global Star Safety Program, including safety rules, practices and training as outlined in the BorgWarner Safety Policy, which includes the use of equipment, protective devices, or clothing that the employer requires. This individual will work in manners that stress the importance of preventing accidents and illnesses. The professional must take every precaution reasonable in the given circumstance for the protection of themselves and coworkers. In addition, the individual is trusted with reporting all injuries and/or possible dangerous situations, incidents, or occurrences to the immediate supervisor. 

Equal employer opportunity statement 

BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. 

Reasonable Accommodation 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. 

No Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors

Please note that BorgWarner and any of its affiliated companies does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers from third party recruiters or staffing agencies associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to BorgWarner will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Only members of our Human Resources Team have the authority to engage or authorize recruiting services, which must be agreed upon before the unsolicited resume or offer is received.

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