Tool and Die Maker II - Journeyman - 2nd Shift

Generac•Whitewater, WI

About The Position

The Tool and Die Maker Journeyman is responsible for machine building, tool and die maintenance and troubleshooting, maintaining a clean tool room, operating equipment, and providing efficient, high-quality service. The role manages the planning, configuration, construction, and alteration of equipment, machinery, tools, dies, and fixtures. It also manages manufacturing rework projects, creates prototype parts and models for new products, and inspects or directs inspections of construction and installation to ensure conformance with drawings, specifications, and schedules. The role operates within established procedures and processes, with work supervised daily or weekly. It provides technical support to project managers and engineers, trains team members, and may prioritize and coordinate team maintenance activities in the absence of the Team Leader. Occasional travel is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 5 years of experience in tool and die design and making.
Certified Tool and Die Maker — Journeyman.
Strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude, including the ability to understand complex issues and work systematically toward resolution.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong prioritization skills.
Ability to understand mechanical and electrical principles and machine functionality.
Ability to read and understand drawings and schematics, including construction and equipment drawings.
Ability to use a personal computer and Windows-based software, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, AutoCAD, and Mastercam X.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors, in confined areas, extreme heat or cold, noise, vibration, high places, fumes or odors, and dirt or dust.
Advanced PC knowledge.
Demonstrated proficiency in the tool and die craft and ability to train others.
Ability to lead complex tool or equipment build projects.
Ability to talk and hear; use hands to manipulate objects or controls; and regularly stand and walk.
Occasionally able to stoop, bend, reach above the shoulders, and lift up to 25–50 pounds.
Ability to perform computer-based work that involves periods of sitting, close vision, and adjusting focus.

Nice To Haves

Ability to diagnose and repair complex equipment breakdowns and communicate effectively with OEM vendors and outside resources.
Experience providing hands-on training to team members.
Machine repair capabilities and ability to prototype or replicate machine parts.

Responsibilities

Suggest and implement improvements to existing equipment or designs to improve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
Safely and effectively operate all equipment needed to perform the job.
Diagnose and repair complex equipment breakdowns and communicate issues with OEM vendors and outside resources to resolve them.
Provide hands-on training for team members.
Assist in designing, fabricating, and welding mechanical structures, guards, and special equipment.
Provide technical support to project managers and engineers on projects.
Prioritize, plan, and coordinate the team's maintenance activities in the absence of the Team Leader.
Manage the installation of new equipment.
Establish preventative maintenance activities and spare-parts inventories for new equipment based on manufacturer recommendations.
Lead problem solving, use judgment to implement countermeasures, and identify and implement solutions.
Manage planning, configuration, construction, and alteration of equipment, machinery, tools, dies, and fixtures.
Manage rework projects from manufacturing and create prototype parts and models for new products.
Inspect or direct inspections of construction and installation progress to ensure conformance to drawings, specifications, and schedules.
Maintain cleanliness of the tool room and deliver efficient services and high customer service levels.