Tool & Die Maker

Are you a skilled craftsman with a passion for precision engineering? Are you ready to join a dynamic team that values innovation, expertise, and attention to detail? Look no further!

We are currently seeking an experienced Tool and Die Maker to join our team at Kern-Liebers USA, Inc. As a Tool and Die Maker, you will play a crucial role in our production process, utilizing your expert knowledge and hands-on skills to fabricate, repair, and maintain precision tools and dies.

If you thrive in a challenging environment, possess exceptional problem-solving abilities, and have a keen eye for accuracy, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us and become an integral part of our dedicated team, where your craftsmanship will contribute to the creation of high-quality products that make a difference.

DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Repair, troubleshoot, change over, disassemble, clean, reassemble, manufacture, modify, and maintain tools and fixtures as required in a timely manner.
• Maintain spare part inventory for tool repairs and tool maintenance.
• Work and complete assigned projects in set time. Sense of urgency needed in responding to manufacturing.
• Suggest and make modifications to tools to increase productivity and reduce overall cost and equipment failure. Participate in department continuous improvement plans.
• Productive and positive interaction with other departments.
• Assist in training new employees.
• Reporting tooling status and updates to Plant Management. Notify Plant Management of any unusual conditions.
• Initiate root cause investigation to address any major tooling damage/failure. Report investigation results immediately to Plant Management.
• Ensure completion of tooling preventive maintenance work orders (PMs) 100% on time.
• Ensure that all tooling work orders are closed in timely manner. Ensure that all tooling records and related paperwork are filled appropriately and kept in compliance with company standards.
• Work in a safe manner. Ensure that all tools are in a safe working condition after all work is completed.
• Must follow all policies and procedures regarding environmental, health, and safety while striving towards minimizing energy and material use.
• Maintain the tooling department daily log.
• Must have good organizational skills and keep the maintenance tooling department clean, organized within 5S Principals.

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent required.
• Journeyman's Card preferred.
• Must have 5 (five) years of experience in tooling and machining.
• Knowledge of measuring equipment, surface grinders, lathe machines, and mills; as well as knowledge of or willingness to learn CNC Programming standard EDMS and drill presses.
• Tooling, blueprint, and schematics reading necessary.
• Must possess basic computer skills.
• Must be able to work independently with written or verbal instructions.
• Compliance with all Safety, TS 16949, and ISO 9000 requirements.
• Working knowledge of 5S.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to operate overhead hoist and any other equipment necessary to perform duties.
• Able to operate a forklift and pallet jack.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Must be able to stand, walk, and bend for most of the shift. Some climbing, crawling, and/or kneeling may be required.
• Valid driver's license needed.

Benefits

This position pays $26.91/hr plus the chance to make an additional 15% incentive each week. This is a union position.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. Within our benefits package: affordable medical insurance, vision insurance, FREE dental insurance, life insurance, long- and short-term disability (at no cost to you), 401k with company match, generous educational reimbursement policy, and paid vacation.