Tool Room Technician - 1st Shift - Relocation Bonus!

Avery Dennison • Fitchburg, MA

76d • $30 - $40

About The Position

Avery Dennison's Fastener Solutions (NYSE: AVY) is a leader in intelligent, innovative and sustainable labeling, printing and fastening solutions that accelerates supply chain performance, increases productivity and elevates the consumer experience, while shaping industry standards. We elevate brands through food safety, automotive, and branding and promotional solutions that enhance consumer appeal. We accelerate performance through price and inventory management and loss prevention solutions that improve speed, accuracy and productivity while reducing waste. Avery Dennison PFS responsibly serves the global marketplace with operations throughout North America, EMEA, and Asia Pacific. The Toolroom Technician performs production tooling processes in support of supplies production manufacturing. Tooling processes include; cataloging, organizing and performing general maintenance of the punch, die and rotary tooling on all production machinery/equipment. Maintains ancillary equipment, performs knife sharpening, set-up and building, and expediting tooling repair.

Requirements

• Three years experience in machine shop operations; vertical milling machines, electric discharge machine (EDM) equipment, lathes and surface grinding machines.
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions, blueprints, and special order specifications.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Good planning, organization and communications skills.
• Basic office computer software skills (email, word documents, excel, etc.).
• Must be able to use a variety of measuring devices; micrometers, calipers, gauges, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to perform math calculations including decimals and percentages.
• Good understanding of Class 101 Mold maintenance and upkeep.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and electrical schematics is a plus.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude required.
• Must be able to bend and stoop constantly.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and occasionally 100 lbs. with mechanical assistance or the help of another employee.

Nice To Haves

• CNC EDM set up and operation experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with hot runner manifolds and electrical testing; capable to tear down and completely rewire heaters and thermocouples wiring mold plugs.
• Knowledge of stoning and polishing mold article details while keeping required shut off edges sharp.

Responsibilities

• Follow mold and tooling maintenance work instructions to ensure the controlled process of preparing molds and dies for use in the injection molding production environment.
• Conduct regular repairs and maintenance as needed and perform preventive maintenance on the injection molds.
• Disassemble, clean and reassemble complex injection molds.
• Convert and change over mold components to support production.
• Perform tasks related to mold and die maintenance in a safe and efficient manner.
• Maintain all mold and tooling preparation paperwork in accordance with quality standards as outlined in Tool Room work instructions.
• Conduct mold troubleshooting as needed. Observe tool condition while cleaning and converting. Document and report findings to Tooling Engineer.
• Set up and operate mills, electric discharge machine (EDM) equipment, lathes, drill presses, grinders, and use any hand held power tools needed to perform maintenance and repairs on mold, die, and fixture tooling used in the production environment.
• Follow direction from plant management and the engineering department as well as supervisors.
• Possess basic blueprint reading skills.
• Perform math calculations and read measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gages, and other instruments used in performing tool room tasks.
• Help maintain the Tool Room through 5S initiatives and good housekeeping practices.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment
• Paid parental leave
• 401K eligibility
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate
• Paid vacation and Paid holidays
• Relocation Bonus Available!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Paper Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED