Tool and Die Maker 3 - Night Shift
About The Position
MacLean Power Systems is hiring a Tool and Die Maker 3 to build and modify tools, dies, jigs, molds, and fixtures using precision bench and machining operations. The role works under minimal supervision, handles complex issues, and leads, directs, and trains Tool and Die Maker 1 team members and apprentices as needed. The position also supports departmental machinery operation and contributes ideas to improve current tooling. The role is based at a manufacturer of engineered components for electric utility, telecommunications, and civil markets. Employees are expected to maintain 5S standards and follow safety, environmental, and quality policies and procedures. Job offers are conditional on successful completion of pre-employment screening, including criminal checks, drug testing, and employment and education verification.
Requirements
- Completed Tool and Die school through TCAT or equivalent.
- Advanced knowledge of progressive, forge, or draw dies.
- Advanced grinding, milling, and lathe knowledge.
- 5–10 years of relevant tool and die experience.
- Ability to interpret work instructions.
- Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
- Intermediate verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize work and lead a team.
- Manual dexterity.
- Detail-oriented.
- Organizational skills.
- Ability to perform work under minimal supervision.
- Comprehensive working knowledge of the subject matter.
Responsibilities
- Test completed tools and dies to ensure parts meet specifications.
- Cut, shape, and trim material to specifications.
- Design jigs, fixtures, and templates as needed.
- Teach and train apprentices.
- Grind and adjust parts to ensure proper fit.
- Handle complex issues and refer only the most complex issues to higher-level staff.
- Select metals based on their properties.
- Troubleshoot dies in the press and on the bench.
- Set up and assist in operating machinery in the designated department when needed.
- Offer improvement ideas for current tooling.
- Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately.
- Adhere to 5S standards, including maintaining a clean work area.
- Follow safety, environmental, and quality policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Lead, direct, and train Tool and Die Maker 1 team members as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
