Tool And Die Maker

Company Description

Generac is a total energy solutions company dedicated to powering a smarter, more resilient world. The company provides reliable, cleaner, and better-managed energy solutions that help people use energy on their own terms. Generac products make homes a sanctuary by ensuring continuous power for work, learning, and entertainment, and their commercial and industrial solutions support businesses and critical infrastructure globally. As an industry pioneer, Generac focuses on innovative energy management technologies, connected solutions, and strategies that help customers mitigate rising energy costs and the risks of an aging power grid and severe weather.

This full-time, on-site Tool and Die Maker role is based in Whitewater, WI. The Tool and Die Maker will build, repair, and maintain tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and molds used in manufacturing operations, ensuring they meet production and quality requirements. Daily responsibilities include interpreting blueprints and technical drawings, setting up and operating machine tools, performing precision machining and fitting, and troubleshooting tooling issues on the shop floor.

The role also involves inspecting finished tools and dies for accuracy, performing preventive maintenance, collaborating with engineering and production teams on design improvements, and adhering to safety and quality standards.

• Strong machining and fabrication skills, including experience with mills, lathes, grinders, and CNC equipment.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and GD&T, with solid measurement and inspection skills.
• Background in tool and die construction, maintenance, and repair for high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Understanding of metals, heat treatment, and material properties relevant to tooling and dies.
• Ability to diagnose tooling issues, propose solutions, and collaborate with engineering and production teams.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality standards, and continuous improvement practices (such as Lean or 5S).
• Relevant technical training or apprenticeship in tool and die making; prior experience in a manufacturing or energy-related industry is beneficial.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a diverse, inclusive team.