Tool Design Specialist II - Ditch Witch

Tool Design Specialist II - Ditch Witch

Who Are We?  

Ditch Witch is a premier division of The Toro Company.   At Ditch Witch in Perry, Oklahoma we pride ourselves on being the leading manufacturer in the underground pipe and cable market. Our plant in Perry stands out because it's a place for people to learn and thrive. We enjoy coming to work because our plant is our community, we see our teammates not only as co-workers but as neighbors and family members. All of our locations build the intricate network of machinery that contributes to The Toro Company. We contribute to building communities, cities, and the world.  We invite you to apply and join a team of highly skilled, and highly passionate people. 

Our facilities in Perry stand out because it's a place for people to learn and thrive. We enjoy coming to work because our plant is our community, we see our teammates not only as co-workers but as neighbors and family members. All of our locations build the intricate network of machinery that contributes to The Toro Company. We contribute to building communities, cities, and the world.  We invite you to apply and join a team of highly skilled, and highly passionate people. 

Sponsorship:  

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a school/employment or any other visa, regardless of expiration date, now or in the future.

Your Opportunity:

The Tool Design Specialist II designs fixtures or jigs and/or a variety of special tooling for CMW use. Uses CAD to create and maintain all information necessary to design and direct the building of the tooling. This employee coordinates the work of drafter/illustrators and layout designers and performs other duties as assigned.

What Will You Do? 

In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for: 

• Develop effective fixtures and/or jigs to facilitate the production of CMW products by performing tasks that include:

  • Creating, Maintaining and/or directing the creation of essential design information and documentation, including drafting of fixtures and jigs.

  • Evaluating and observing manufacturing processes and work methods. Troubleshoot and correct problems with fixtures and jigs.

  • Working with product designers, production supervisors and other key department representatives.

  • Working with the fixture builders by providing assistance during the construction of various tooling and fixtures.

  • Communicating with suppliers of tooling related products and services.

• Aid in the planning and prioritizing of the activities of the tooling design group. Help establish appropriate goals and measure desired results. Help communicate priorities and activities to the tooling design group.

• Evaluate and recommend measures to improve the service and efficiency of the tooling design group.

• Review tooling designs for compliance with standard engineering practices, company and industry standards.

• Meet typical expectations for creativity, productivity, quality, ergonomics and safety.

What Do You Need? 

To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements: 

• Develop effective fixtures and/or jigs to facilitate the production of CMW products by performing tasks that include:

• Post high school education of at least two years and/or experience in technology, CAD drafting, design, and manufacturing processes; or 6+ years of related experience.

• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of heavy machinery manufacturing processes.

• Have a good work record, including indications of strong self-motivation, high productivity, reliable attendance, attention to quality, ability to learn new skills, and a cordial, cooperative personality.

• Knowledge of TOC, and Lean methods used in manufacturing processes is a plus.

Work Location / Environments: 

• Regular, continuous use of a personal computer and CAD system..

• Office environment with periodic trips to the shop areas and occasional work outdoors. The shop environment includes physical hazards such as powered vehicle, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic, sharp objects, and moving machinery. Outdoor work may include observing or operating equipment at test fields or construction sites, in all kinds of weather conditions.

• Rapidly changing workloads, priorities, and deadlines.

• Common work weeks of up to 50 hours.

• A high level of teamwork and cooperation.

What Can We Give You? 

At The Toro Company, we are always working to make sure our employees know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top-tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401k, and many other great benefits - The Toro company offers employees at our Bloomington, MN HQ location a variety of perks, including: 

• Dress for your day - We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why TTC employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, corporate environment. 

• Wellness - The Toro Company’s HQ offers complimentary use of our onsite fitness facility to employees. In addition to physical well-being, TTC offers a variety of mental health and financial health resources to all employees.  

• Volunteerism - The Toro Company is proud to provide employees 20 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community. 

• Competitive Salary – A reasonable salary estimate is $68,000-$85,000 for this opportunity.   The pay range takes into account skills, experience, education, and location. It is not common to be hired at or near the top of the range; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Cash compensation is one piece of our competitive total rewards package. If you need to, you can access your pay early with Daily Pay.

At The Toro Company, we are committed to fostering a secure and trustworthy recruitment experience for our applicants. Recruitment fraud is a growing concern for job seekers, so please be aware that throughout our recruitment process, you’ll never be required to pay any fees or disclose personal financial details when applying to TTC opportunities. All legitimate job opportunities must be applied for directly through our official careers page at jobs.thetorocompany.com or via Workday, our applicant tracking system.

The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.

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