Tool Maker II

Hobson & Motzer Inc•Durham, CT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position effectively builds, repairs, and troubleshoots new and existing tooling and gauges with minimum supervision in order to maintain superior operating efficiency, resulting in quality product.

Requirements

Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, part drawings, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to apply concepts of basic trigonometry and geometry.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Availability to work Saturday mornings when required.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or vocational technical school diploma preferred.
Five years of experience as a State of Connecticut Tool and Die Maker Journeyman is preferred, along with experience building and troubleshooting progressive dies.
State of Connecticut Tool and Die Journeyman certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Effectively build new tooling, dies, fixtures, and gauges from blueprints within established standards and customer specifications with minimum supervision.
Effectively repair and troubleshoot existing tooling, dies, and fixtures to blueprint specifications within established standards with minimum supervision, operating the production equipment when necessary (press, feeder, straightener, etc.).
Properly analyze and provide input when troubleshooting tooling.
Efficiently design and build some small tools and fixtures to blueprint specifications and established standards.
Effectively function as project leader, as required.
Accurately inspect own work to verify quality using a variety of measurement equipment.
Maintain thorough and accurate records and update changes in accordance with established shop standards.
Ensure on-time deliveries within specified design parameters and tooling budgets.
Efficiently analyze and improve machining methods to reduce costs and improve quality.
Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work environment by following 6S standards.
Properly follow all H&M procedures and policies.
Use the correct personal protective equipment (PPE), as well as JHAs and job descriptions. Protective footwear must comply with ASTM F2413 and F2412 standards.
Participate in continuous improvement activities, including the Idea System.
Perform all other duties as assigned.