Tool Maker Apprentice

## Tool Maker Apprentice Apply:
Nashville, Illinois, US:
Full time:
Posted Today:
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* What we offer:

** At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.##

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** Group

Summary:

** The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.

Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.
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* Job Responsibilities:

**** General

Job Duties
*** Under the direction of the Tooling supervisor and department mentors, learn to perform repairs, maintenance and engineering changes on production molds.
** Specific

Job Duties
*** Learn to:
** Service and maintain assigned tooling and molds.  Clean and service molds in and out of the press.  Perform maintenance and repairs on tools in and out of the press.  Split molds, operates mold rotator, load and unload trucks and mold carts.
* Makes power, thermocouples and core pull cables.  Rebuilds hot runner systems.  Services and rebuilds hydraulic cylinders and troubleshoot hydraulic problems with molds.
* Operate various machines such as:  lathes, milling machines, drill presses, surface grinders, etc.
* Properly operate Tool Tugger to transport tools.
* Weld (mig, tig and stick) as required.
* Read drawings and prints.
* Additionally:
** Maintains an acceptable attendance record and works overtime as required.
* Maintains a clean and safe work area.
* Participates in department meetings.
* Completes documentation of activities as required.
* Submits cost reduction and Innovation ideas.
* Performs other tasks as assigned.
* ** Skills/Experience Required
*** One year manufacturing experience.  One-year continuous work experience.
* Must be able to operate overhead crane to move and set-up tools for tool work.
* Must have good problem-solving skills.
* Must have excellent math skills and basic understanding of SPC principles.
* Must work well with others.  Must have good communication skills – both verbal and written.
** Educational Requirements
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* Required:

Possess or concurrently pursuing an Associate's Degree in Technical Field with an emphasis in Machining and Welding.  
** Physical Requirements
** Must be able to at least meet the physical demands as defined by the current production requirements and the job function evaluation.  See job function evaluation in the Occupational Nurse’s office for more details. Manufacturing environment requiring the knowledge and use of special safety precautions.
** Benefits:
*** Pay Rate Starting at $30.33 with shift premiums.
* Customizable Insurance Plans starting at 30 days.
* Medical/Dental - Blue Cross Blue Shield. Three different plans.
* Dental
- Delta Dental
- Two different plans.
* Vision - VSP - Two different plans.
* 401k and matching at 6 months.
* Paid Parental Leave.
* FSA/HSA.
* Company Paid Life Insurance.
* Free Employee and Family Assistance Programs (EFAP)
* Paid Time Off.
* 13 Paid Holidays.
* On-site fitness center and off-site fitness…