Tool & Die Maker

Adient • Clanton, AL

295d

About The Position

We are a global leader in automotive seating because of our people — a team of adventurous thinkers and passionate high performers who make it all possible. We pride ourselves on being at the vanguard of new industry trends and technologies. When you join Adient, you’ll play an important role in helping us improve the experience of a world in motion.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Four (4) year tool and die apprenticeship or equivalent of minimum 7 years experience in tool and die
• Preferred experience in metal manufacturing environment
• Requires machine shop training in mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties and layout, and machining procedures
• Good Communication Skills
• Experience in building and maintenance of production equipment
• CNC experience and CNC programming
• Experience with press dies preferred
• Must be willing to test in tool and die apprenticeship as required

Responsibilities

• Manufacture of new production machinery and equipment
• Sets up and operates machine tools and fits and assembles parts to repair metal parts, mechanisms, tools, or machines
• Determines dimensions and tolerances of piece to be machined, sequence of operations, and machines required by studying specifications such as blueprint, sketch, damaged part or description of part
• Plans and executes assignment using machine tools ranging from lathes to milling machines
• Utilizes precision measuring instruments to check accuracy of work
• Schedule and order parts and equipment needed for new assembly lines
• Respond urgently during production hours in performing duties to assist maintenance
• Conscious of cost and production impact of downtime on any machinery and equipment
• Provide accurate and timely feedback about production machinery and equipment to tool and die supervisor
• Study production schedule and schedule work accordingly
• Adjust work procedures to meet production schedules
• Testing and introducing new monitoring and control systems
• Monitoring deadlines
• Disposal of used oil, emulsion and oils separators
• Setting up work places to suit production machinery design and in co-operation with production
• Continuous implementation of preventive maintenance programs
• Performs tasks associated with test and repair of equipment including taking apart and reassembling components after repairing or replacing parts

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED