Benton Harbor, MI, USA
4 days ago
Tooling Technician
Apply Job Type Full-time Description

What You'll Do:

Reads and interprets blueprints or works from verbal or written instructions or from the part to be copied or fitted.Welds parts as required.Determines specifications for inspection of work, using precision measuring and gauging tools, performing required inspection before, during and after machining.Performs hand operations involved in producing jigs, fixtures, tools, and dies.Uses hand tools of the trade.Able to manufacture simple components utilizing manual machine tools.
Fits and assembles jigs, fixtures, tools and dies.Tests dies to produce a product to specifications, tracing die difficulties to their source and correcting same.Assists other tooling personnel in the repair and maintenance of tooling and equipment.May work with product designers and customers providing input to manufacturing capability on newly formed products.Understands and works with hydraulic circuits and components.Repair variety of dies and cavities meeting accuracy requirements determining techniques and making decisions on metals, allowances, mechanism detail, fit and assembly.Attention to detail in performing work, checking work, and documenting to assure quality, under the supervision of the designated associate.Works in a safe and efficient manner with good housekeeping practicesAble to utilize PLEX system to view, follow, and document work instructions.Other duties as assigned.



Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Working knowledge of ISO/TS16949 IATF standardProficient in Core Quality Tools - APQP, PPAP, MSA, SPCProblem Solving tools such as 8D, Is – Is not, Cause and Effect, etc.,Ability to effectively interface and communicate with customersAbility to manage people and projectsExcellent written and oral communications skills to successfully communicate with people at all organizational levelsKnowledgeable in training techniquesEffective interpersonal skills, including listening and persuasionExperienced in quality system and process auditsWorking knowledge of Six Sigma conceptsWorking knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)Data collection and statistical analysis; Minitab preferredKnowledge of processes used in manufacturing facility, customer facilities, and supplier facilitiesKnowledge of lock-out tag-out safety procedures.Knowledge of TIG welding practices.Knowledge of pipe design and cutting NPT threads.


Requirements


Education:

High School Diploma or equivalentMinimum Three years of experience in tooling trade.


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Working knowledge of ISO/TS16949 IATF standardProficient in Core Quality Tools - APQP, PPAP, MSA, SPCProblem Solving tools such as 8D, Is – Is not, Cause and Effect, etc.,Ability to effectively interface and communicate with customersAbility to manage people and projectsExcellent written and oral communications skills to successfully communicate with people at all organizational levelsKnowledgeable in training techniquesEffective interpersonal skills, including listening and persuasionExperienced in quality system and process auditsWorking knowledge of Six Sigma conceptsWorking knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)Data collection and statistical analysis; Minitab preferredKnowledge of processes used in manufacturing facility, customer facilities, and supplier facilitiesKnowledge of lock-out tag-out safety procedures.Knowledge of TIG welding practices.Knowledge of pipe design and cutting NPT threads.


Physical Demands

Standing and walking, occasionally for long periods, within manufacturing facilitiesSitting and typing at a computerOften required to pick up and handle parts (more than 20 lbs)Required to lifting steel and swing hammers and beater bars ( approximately 25lbs).Required to look at parts and see processes/operations


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