Tool Room Technician

US Farathane • Jackson, TN

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About The Position

US Farathane is seeking an experienced Tool Room Technician to provide tool build and repair support that helps achieve optimal productivity, quality, and safety and supports internal and external customer satisfaction. The role maintains tooling, supports process improvements and root-cause work, and keeps accurate repair and change records while following company and OSHA safety procedures. The position may also include other assigned duties.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ experience with plastic injection molds.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in mold making/repair.
• Experience operating various machinery and equipment, including adept use of an overhead crane.
• Ability to read tooling prints, hydraulic and electrical circuit prints, and diagrams.
• Technical training and/or experience on CNC, EDM, and Mill.
• Must have their own toolbox and an assortment of mold-making and repair tools.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Frequent standing or walking for long periods; frequent lifting or lowering objects up to 35 lbs; frequent reaching above/below shoulder and forward; occasional bending, stooping, and crouching.
• Must avoid loose-fitting clothing that could get in the way of moving machinery.

Responsibilities

• Maintain tools in optimal operating condition.
• Perform preventative maintenance activities.
• Perform minor engineering changes.
• Assist in troubleshooting and repairing tools.
• Assist the Supervisor in training associates in the proper care and use of tools.
• Assure proper inventory levels of required replacement parts for all tools.
• Follow all prescribed internal tooling procedures.
• Assist Process Engineers, Plant Engineers, and the Tech Center in implementing process improvement changes.
• Participate in corresponding root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping in the work area.
• Participate in team problem-solving activities, such as 8D’s and communication meetings.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of all tool repairs and changes.
• Follow all internal and OSHA-required safety procedures and all USF policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Job promotional opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed