Toolmaker I

At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management.  With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive.  We recognize that our people are our greatest asset.  We ASK questions, EMBRACE challenges, SEEK new perspectives, and ANTICIPATE what comes next.  It's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly changing world.

Responsible for the building and repair of new and existing dies, tooling, and automation components. Responsibilities include providing support to the production departments by assisting in solving problems and repairing existing tooling and automation in a safe manner and within quality standards.

• Assures all safety guarding is in place and all areas of the machines are clean, neat, and organized
• Interprets tooling specifications, blueprints, and sketches
• Plans sequence of operations for fabricating components
• Sets up and operates mills, lathes, grinders, including CNC controlled, and other machining equipment
• Makes and repairs cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, and gauges
• Fits, assembles, and trouble shoots dies, molds, and assembly equipment
• Takes direction from experienced toolmakers and department manager
• Analyzes the assignment and proceeds in a professional, timely manner
• Completes assignments in a timely manner and within proper quality specifications
• Informs Toolmaker II and Engineering of project progress and completion
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Skills

• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings
• Ability to use precise measuring instruments
• Ability to perform hot work activities requiring a hot work permit
• Ability to communicate clearly
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to apply problem solving skills
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook at a basic level
• Ability to communicate in verbal and written English

Physical Requirements

• Requires standing, walking, sitting, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping, pushing, pulling, and feeling
• Requires eye/hand/foot coordination
• Requires the ability to lift up to 40 pounds
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required, associate degree in a technical field preferred
• Tool and Die Journeyman preferred

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years experience in tooling field preferred
• Minimum of 2 years manufacturing experience preferred

No travel is anticipated

Comprehensive benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs
• 401K plans with employer-matching contributions
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO
• Paid holidays
• Volunteer time off

For more information about benefits, please go to: https://careers.leviton.com/benefits

Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Leviton is committed to transparency and security in the recruitment process and will never ask for financial information, payment, or government identification numbers during the application process. For any questions, or to ensure the legitimacy of a job posting, visit the Leviton career site, or contact us at 631.812.6544.

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