Tool and Die Maker 3 - Night Shift

MacLean Power SystemsTrenton, TN
Onsite

About The Position

Headquartered in Fort Mill, South Carolina, MacLean Power Systems (MPS) is a leading manufacturer of mission-critical and engineered components for the electric utility, telecommunications, and civil markets. Established in 1986 as a subsidiary of a larger parent company, MPS has grown substantially and now operates as a standalone company. A dedicated workforce of over 2,000 team members worldwide, MPS is renowned for its commitment to quality, responsiveness, and safety. Our focus on vertical integration ensures the highest standards across our product lines. We operate seventeen production facilities across North America and continually invest in our manufacturing capabilities to better serve our customers. At MPS, we strive to create a workplace that embodies respect, openness, collaboration, personal growth, and entrepreneurship. We are committed to achieving excellence in Environmental, Health & Safety through our Mission Zero initiative.

Requirements

  • Perform work under minimal supervision
  • Possess comprehensive working knowledge of subject matter
  • 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 team
  • Manual dexterity
  • Detail-oriented
  • Organizational skills

Responsibilities

  • Builds and modifies tools, dies, jigs, molds, and fixtures using precision bench and machining operations.
  • Leads, directs, and trains Tool and Die Maker 1’s on as needed basis.
  • Conduct tests for completed tools and/or dies to ensure that parts meet specifications
  • Cut, shape and trim material to specifications
  • Design jigs, fixtures and templates as needed
  • Teach and train apprentices
  • Grind and adjust different parts to properly fit them together
  • Handle complex issues and problems and refer only the most complex issues to higher level staff
  • Select metals to be used based on properties
  • Troubleshoot Dies in the press and on the bench
  • Setup and assist in operating machinery in designated department when needed
  • Offer improvement ideas for current tooling
  • Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately
  • Adhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area, etc.)
  • Follow all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies, and procedures
  • Perform other duties as assigned
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