Tool & Die Maker; Midnight Shift

Overview

Join to apply for the Tool & Die Maker (Midnight Shift) role at KIRCHHOFF Automotive
. This position is at our site in Aurora. KIRCHHOFF Automotive is a development partner to the automotive industry and a full-service supplier for complex metal and hybrid structures in body-in-white, crash management systems, chassis applications and cross car beams. With 9,000 employees, we are active worldwide.

• Plan and construct a wide variety of tools, dies, fixtures and gauges to very close tolerances, or construct more complex units where design is available.
• Perform development work, layout and difficult tool room machine operations, fitting, timing and adjusting, e.g., combination dies for parts or irregular contour, box type drill jigs with difficult locating or nesting features, ordinary index milling fixtures.
• Dismantle and repair or replace parts of damaged dies and fixtures, fit and assemble parts, and test repaired dies for proper operation.
• Verify conformance of dies, new or repaired to specification by checking dimensions, cutting clearances, forms and alignments as required.
• Operate crane safely to remove and/or relocate dies to specific work stations/equipment.
• Establish and maintain an effective preventative maintenance program. Ensure all tools are properly fit for use.
• Prepare sketches for machining of tool details.
• Perform basic layout inspections of both tooling and manufactured components in press.
• Participate in ongoing Continuous Improvement processes.
• Take direction from Supervisor/Lead Hand, as applicable.
• Protect own health and safety by working in compliance with established safe work practices and procedures.
• Maintain safety standard and cleanliness of workplace and equipment as outlined by company policy.
• Any other reasonable request made by management.
• Contribute to a safe, clean and comfortable work environment that supports the 5S principles (simplify, separate, sanitize, standardize and support).
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws while representing KIRCHHOFF Automotive or while using KIRCHHOFF Automotive provided equipment.

• Recognized technical trade certificate - Tool & Die Maker or minimum 10 years of experience
• Must have all tools common to trade practice
• Proficient in reading and working with blueprints
• Capable of working with varied ranges of ferrous and non-ferrous materials
• Proficient in workshop theory and calculation
• Ability to work with SPC
• Competent in all Tool Room machining to close tolerances
• Able to work with limited guidance and supervision
• Able to work with others as part of a team
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Able to troubleshoot tooling problems and estimate timelines for resolution

• Retirement Plan
• Perfect Attendance Award
• Service Awards
• Vacation and Extra Personal Paid Days
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Home and Auto Group Insurance program
• Supplier Discount on purchasing a new car

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Manufacturing and Production
• Industries:
  Manufacturing

Note:

This posting reflects the responsibilities and requirements of the Tool & Die Maker role and is not intended to include unrelated postings.