The Tooling Specialist is responsible for Toolroom Repair Projects, Mold Evaluations, Assist with Coordination of Outsourced Mold Repairs and continuous improvement of tooling.
EXPERIENCE WITH PLASTICS REQUIRED !
Essential Functions:
• Ability to do Mold Evaluations and be able to recommend mold rebuilds (done at mold cycle schedule)
• Ability to accurately evaluate and execute mold repairs or changes.
• Ability to evaluate and check-in new molds from outside vendors.
• Identify and communicate any possible tooling improvements.
• Ability to delegate work as well as train Tool Room Lead and Mold Maintenance Technicians.
• Ability to work overtime based on production needs.
• Adhere to production and quality standards.
Other Functions
• Work with Quality Assurance to identify quality concerns.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area. • Perform other tasks as assigned.
• Assists in monitoring tool room activities in absence of supervisor.
• Required Personal Protective Equipment * safety shoes are to be worn at all time during your scheduled work hours. * Department manager/supervisor will cover additional PPE as required on department specific work instructions
• All employees entering the manufacturing area and other identified locations must wear the designated Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Wearing your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is a condition of employment.
Key Competencies
• Ability to troubleshoot molds (in and outside of the press)
• Ability to accurately evaluate mold repairs or changes.
• Ability to delegate work as well as train Tool Room Lead and Mold Maintenance Technicians.
• Successful completion of forklift training.
Qualifications (skills, knowledge, experience)
• Mold building experience is preferred or 8+ years of Mold Maintenance/repairs
• High school diploma or equivalent required. • Must possess good written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have good problem-solving skills and be detail oriented.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs.
• Must have own precision tools.
• Able to stand and walk for up to 8 hours.
• Prior forklift experience, preferred.
• Ability to work non-standard hours including weekend shifts.
• Must have a valid driver's license, with an acceptable driving record, along with adequate insurance.