Toolmaker Level 1 - 2nd shift

Location: Kulpsville

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Job Title:

Toolmaker Level 1

Shift: 2nd shift
Department/Group:
Tool Shop

Hours:

2:45 PM - 11:00 PM

Location:

Kulpsville, PA

Position Type: KV Union

Job Family/Grade: 14

Reports to:

Supervisor

Position Purpose Summary - Set up and operates a variety of standard and CNC metalworking machines, grinders and hand tools to manufacture molds, dies, fixtures, cutting tools and gauges, etc.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Comply with all federal and state environmental, health and safety regulations as well as any safety policies and protocols outlined by the company.

• Ability to read G-Code and operate CNC equipment

• Fabricate the following tooling examples using appropriate machines and machining techniques:

• Manually mill tunnel gates for injection molds

• Injection molds

• Mold sleeves and cores

• Mold core and pin assembly

• All elastomer tooling, gages, fixtures, pins, inserts and other components.

• Check blueprints and make mathematical calculations necessary to correct or complete tooling.

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on all types of tools including but not limited to the following tasks:

• Check and adjust form, fit, and functionality of tooling assembly and components

• Polish and refinish tooling surfaces to remove nicks, galling, gouges, chatter, toolmarks etc..

• Clean and repair threaded holes

• Inspect tool for wear and damage and make recommendations for repairs

• Grind platen contact surfaces to new and flat condition.

• Troubleshoot binding mold interlocks

• Perform the above tasks without supervision while producing quality tooling within the estimated manufacturing costs.

• Record all Information on GT data collection system as required.

• Ability to wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and safety shoes

• Use of the wire EDM to make cutting tools necessary to make production molds.

• Proper use of all machine shop inspection equipment.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Make revisions, preventative maintenance, and repairs to all types of molds and tooling as necessary.

• Give direction to lower class Tool Maintenance Machinist who are involved in the manufacturing of tooling.

• Perform 5S functions, including but not limited to:

• Keep fluids (coolants, oil, etc) of equipment at recommended levels.

• Ensure tools are properly placed clean

• Participate on teams

• Clean equipment

• General housekeeping in the department.

• Provide feedback and aid Tool Designers to improve the manufacturing of all tooling.

• Notify supervisor of any problems that occur in the manufacture of molds, dies, and fixtures, along with cutting tools and gauges

• Perform miscellaneous duties in the Tool Shop as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma / GED

• Must have attained Greene Tweed & Co. Toolmaker Level 1 or Equivalent, as determined by management.

• Must have spent two years minimum in the Tool Maintenance Machinist role before being eligible to bid on this job.

• Must be proficient with operating computers, including searching, saving, and editing files

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. without the use of mechanical lifting devices or assistance from others.

• Ability to work long periods of time in standing position

• Perform job in compliance with Company's Quality Policy (ISO 9000)

• Perform job in a safe manner
Progression from Toolmaker Level 1 to Toolmaker Level 2 will be based on company need and the operator's ability to pass the required hands on testing. Training for progression to Toolmaker Level 2 is expected. While training, work will be done above this job descriptions pay grade

Required Minimum Qualifications

• This position requires U.S.…