Tool & Die Maker

Job DetailsJob Location: Cope, SC 29038Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: AnyJob Category: Skilled Labor - TradesPosition Summary: Aluma Form Inc. is seeking a Tool & Die Maker I. The Tool & Die Maker I is responsible for the repair, maintenance and improvement to all tooling dies, jigs, fixtures and fittings for press tools, CNC equipment in line with production and customer requirements to support business objectives. Support new tooling for new product introductions to ensure the robustness of product builds. Work on many phases or sub-tasks of projects or entire projects of moderate complexity, with results impacting on project completion. Work under general supervision, reviewed at project milestones and/or on completion by Senior Management. Responsibilities: Repair and maintain press tools, die repairs  Routine servicing and regrinding of tools  Attend breakdowns, identify fault and problem solve at the press with minimal downtime to aid production  Evaluate each job and determine if it can be repaired in press or must be removed to Tool Room for essential maintenance and repair work  Estimate length of time required to complete a job and likely consequences of failure to complete work within required timescales  Identify and escalate any activity that has the potential to cause harm or damage  Report breakdown root causes, equipment faults and concerns to Management  Ensure all work is undertaken to a high-quality standard and adheres to all quality standard regulations  Ensure company targets are met in respect of quality of parts produced  Identify spares requirements and log usage  Take ownership of smaller less complex specific tool suite to develop and maintain performance with minimal supervision  Operate Forklift Truck and lifting equipment  Support new project tooling from commissioning stages through to start of production  Assist in tooling buy offs and trials  Manufacture new tooling and ancillary spares to support production activity and customer deadlines  Document and update die history and other work records  Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance  Carry out engineering level changes to tools and modifications  Test and confirm electrical and hydraulic/pneumatic operation of tools before return to production  Always maintain the highest standards of workmanship  Record all relevant data in relation to tooling and record on the Tool Room database  Be actively involved in improvement activities to support the achievement of departmental and company objectives  Ensure risk assessments are available, read and understood for each activity undertaken  Understand and operate within basic cost/budget measures for tooling  Work within 5S (Sort, Set, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) methodology to maintain workplace to a high standard  Ensure all personal protective equipment is identified, always available, correctly used and all associated problems are reported to management  Ensure all lost time, minor and trivial accidents are reported  Promote environmental issues and ensure all company procedures are understood and followed  Keep up with current and developing manufacturing and engineering trends regarding tool making  Undertake special projects as required  Quality control of work by appropriate reviews  Conduct bench marking studies to determine best practices/designs and future trends  Plan projects or sub tasks so they may be tracked and presented  Attend various meetings and action/communicate instructions  Undertake continuous training and development  Perform root cause analysis and resolve problems  Independently determine approach and assigned tasks  Qualifications: 5 years tool making experience  2 plus years mold building experience  Knowledge of measurement  Understanding of engineering drawings  Understanding manufacturing processes  Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment  Planning and prioritizing activities  Good communication and interpersonal skills  Ability to present data effectively  Problem-solving skills  Understanding of Health and Safety practices  Analytical skill set  Understand lean manufacturing  Understanding of cost and financial impacts  Ability to work on own initiative  Able to work as part of a team  Ability to learn quickly and work in a safe manner  Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions and work standards  Able to work with minimum supervision and to timescales  Good understanding of customer deliverables and the impact of failure / cost of poor quality