Tooling Associate

Means Industries • Sterling Heights, MI

7h • $20 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Amsted Automotive’s Transform division in Sterling Heights is seeking a Tooling Associate to support tooling build and die changes. The role involves troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and optimizing transfer and line dies, as well as operating tool-room equipment and machinery. The associate supports press setups, product quality, safety, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• Demonstrated proficiency interpreting blueprints and GD&T for dies, details, and part prints.
• Ability to effectively troubleshoot and solve daily operational deficiencies.
• Ability to use a computer and other productivity machinery, such as control panels.
• Ability to interpret C.M.M. or gaging information and adjust tooling to maintain customer quality requirements.
• Five years of experience in metal stamping, prototype work, tool and die build, or die repair technician work.
• Working knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and Q1 compliance criteria to maintain manufacturing environmental standards and protect customer products and the environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet production standards.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 80 pounds frequently.
• Excellent manual dexterity.

Nice To Haves

• Some college or technical trade manufacturing education.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and optimize transfer and line dies, both in the press and outside the press as required.
• Operate tool-room equipment and machinery precisely.
• Support press setup and efficiency as part of a team to achieve posted expectations.
• Follow safety procedures and protocols.
• Use root cause analysis and problem-solving skills to promote efficiency and quality.
• Maintain product quality to print specifications where applicable.
• Work overtime as required to meet customer demand.
• Serve as a wastewater handler after completing the required environmental training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Adapt and promote Lean Manufacturing principles using 5S and Kaizen processes.
• Support company goals and objectives through participation in and completion of continuous-improvement action plans.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• Prescription drug benefits
• Wellness reimbursement
• Telehealth
• Onsite health screenings
• Mental health resources
• Employee Assistance Program, including counseling and support services for mental health, family support, financial advice, and legal guidance
• Competitive salaries
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Annual bonus opportunity
• 401(k) with company match
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• 14 annual company-paid holidays
• Training programs
• Education expense reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities
• Pet insurance and discount program
• Legal insurance
• Employee discounts
• Recognition and rewards
• Community involvement
• Workplace Giving Matching Gift Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED