Tool & Die Maintenance Technician

Gestamp•Mason, OH

28d•Onsite

About The Position

Gestamp is an international group dedicated to the design, development and manufacture of metal automotive components. It is one of the main manufacturers in the automotive industry worldwide. Present in 20 countries, has hundred industrial plants, 12 RD centers and a workforce of over 30,000 employees worldwide. This position, Tooling Team Lead - 2nd Shift, assists die makers, leads, supervisors, and managers in day-to-day activities in the tool room, with a willingness to change priorities at any time. The role performs scheduled and unscheduled tool and die making/repairs, always working to improve dies to allow the plant to run as efficiently as possible, and ensure parts meet customer specifications.

Requirements

Tool & Die journeyman’s card or proof of (10) years related experience
Experience troubleshooting in a production stamping plant
Experience with press hardening dies is required.
Must be able to use and explain how to use precision/hand tools as they relate to tool and die
Must have knowledge on the operation of manual machines, such as, mills, lathes, saws, and different grinders
Must have knowledge of welding applications, spotting application, the operations of a CNC, not how to operate it and GD&T as it relates to part prints
Must be able to read and interpret CMM reports and scan data as it relates to dies and part quality
Competent in new die construction, and all the stages that lead up to buy off

Nice To Haves

Leader experience leading a tool and die department/area is highly preferred
Other experience in tandem, transfer, ejection mold, and progressive dies is a plus
Experience with implementation of engineering changes and buy off of new tools is a plus
Computer proficiency – Outlook, Word, Excel, and SAP is a plus
Understanding of Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing is a plus
Understanding of TS16949 or IATF as it relates to this department
Knowledge of hot stamping technologies, setting dies in a press and rebuilding standard die components

Responsibilities

Ability to lead a variety of cross functional team members
Leads by example and demonstrates respect to others with a positive and supportive attitude
Strong communication skills including written, verbal, and listening
Strong organizational skills, with follow up
Anticipates and troubleshoot personnel and process abnormalities
Competent in problem solving, team building, planning, and decision making
Ability to work overtime as required
Must be able to work different hours/shifts as manpower requirements or issues deem necessary
Ability to read 3D and 2D designs
Assure all safety devices are properly in place and utilized, Lockout/Tagout procedures are adhered to, PPE is worn correctly at all times, and reporting of any near-misses, injuries, or accidents occurs immediately.
Keep work area clean and orderly to prevent safety hazards.
Assure adherence to quality policies and procedures including acceptable work standards, customer specifications and IPI requirements, to also include participation in the creation and support of systems, documentation and actions to ensure continued conformance to Quality (IATF) and Environmental (ISO) management systems.
Observe and maintain proper standards of conduct at all times.
Perform other duties needed to help drive to our Vision, fulfill our Mission, and abide by our Organization’s Values.