Tool Maker/Assembler - Plastics Manufacturing - 3rd Shift

It’s a great time to join Velcro Companies!

Work Shift:

Work Shift Time:

You will be required to train on 1st shift for a minimum of 6 months for this role. Training hours are 6:45 am to 2:45 pm.

Job Objective:

Act as a skilled tooling assembly professional building and maintaining tools that are used in plastic extrusion manufacturing processes.

Essential Job Functions:

• Successfully complete training, and show expert proficiency in all applicable tooling department procedures.

• Comply with Quality Standard ISO/TS 16949, Environmental Standard ISO 14001, and BRC/IOP.

• Lead 5s activities aimed at improving organization, productivity, safety, and employee satisfaction in the workplace.

• Insure daily that all tooling department activities are conducted safely, and all safety concerns are addressed immediately.

• Demonstrate a materials familiarity with metals, plastics, cleaning agents, and lubricants.

• Ensure the accurate and defect free completion of scheduled tool builds, die preparation, and roll preparation in accordance with manufacturing’s production schedule.

• Successfully troubleshoot technical and/or quality issues concerning tooling, dies, or rolls.

• Work within a team to drive SMED (single minute exchange of dies) principles in HTH line change overs. Including calendar roll changes, die changes, and other mechanical line preparation.

• Verify daily that working practices are in accordance with departmental procedures, and company policies.

• Verify daily that working practices are in accordance with established Environmental Management Systems.

• Ensure the timely completion of all tooling department preventative maintenance assignments.

• Constantly pursue continuous improvement opportunities for optimizing tooling methods and machinery.

• Move chemicals and or waste within the facility.

• Maintain the chemical storage area(s) and/or waste storage area(s) in a clean and orderly manner.

• Packages, labels, and prepares wastes for storage and transportation as requested.

• Inspects the facility and equipment regularly, notifies appropriate personnel of any incidents or occurrences that may trigger implementation of the Contingency Plan.

• May perform additional emergency response activities, including assisting in stopping or containing a release, as directed by the emergency coordinator.

• Additional tasks as assigned.

Desired Job Qualifications:

• Full time presence onsite in Manchester required.

• Certificate in a technical field or four years of equivalent experience and skills in metalworking, plumbing, and comprehension in complex electrical and mechanical drawings.

• Ability and willingness to be cross trained in any other functions as required or requested.

• Excellent attendance required.

• Ability to work overtime as required or requested including extended shifts and weekends.

Job Qualifications:

• Good eyesight, dexterity and attention to detail required.

• A minimum of 2 years of mechanical assembly experience (ex. circuit board, electronics assembly)

• High School Diploma or GED

• Computer literate (MS WORD, EXCEL).

• Effective interpersonal, and communication skills.

• Ability to be trained and versed in Environmental Management System.

• Certification in Hazardous Communications, Lockout / Tag out, and Fork truck / hand jack (or certification within 30 days).

OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFETY AND EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING

Fostering a culture where people thrive—safely, purposefully, and with opportunity.  At Velcro USA Inc., we are committed to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow. We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and generous time-off to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Our culture encourages advancement and provides opportunities for both personal and professional development.

Safety is a core value at Velcro USA Inc. and an essential part of every role. We are dedicated to maintaining a safe, healthy work environment through strict adherence to our Global Safety Rules and our goal of achieving Zero Injuries of Any Kind (ZIAK). Employees are expected to complete required safety training, use personal protective equipment (PPE), report unsafe conditions, and follow protocols for fall protection, lockout/tagout (LOTO), hot work, and confined spaces. Together, we foster a culture of prevention, accountability, and care.

Health and Welfare Benefits:

Medical and Prescription Coverage (HSA and HRA Options)

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Award Winning Wellness and Incentive Program

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Business Travel Accident Insurance

Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Retirement Savings Plan

401(k) Saving Plan with generous 5.5% Company match and Immediate Vesting

Time-Off Benefits

Paid Vacation Time

Paid Sick Time

Paid Parental Leave

13 Paid Company Holidays

Other Benefits and Programs

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Financial Wellness Benefit – Smart Dollar®

Employee Recognition Programs

Employee Resource Groups

Charitable or Educational Matching Gift Program

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Velcro Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.