About The Position

STANLEY® Engineered Fastening is hiring a Toolmaker for its manufacturing team in Decorah, Iowa. Under supervision, the Toolmaker learns to read blueprints and use gauges and equipment to make and rework header and secondary tooling for fastener manufacturing. The role involves operating toolroom equipment, producing header tooling and setups to die prints, maintaining backup tooling, supporting production operators, and following quality, safety, and productivity requirements. The position is scheduled for the second shift, 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., at $23.23 per hour plus a $2.25 shift premium. A sign-on bonus is also mentioned. The Toolmaker follows applicable ISO, IATF16949, and SPC procedures; uses toolroom inspection equipment; maintains a clean work area; and learns preventative maintenance procedures. Overtime may be required as needed. The employer offers medical, dental, life, and vision insurance, a wellness program, disability benefits, 401(k), an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and discounts on company tools and partner programs. Further company offerings include career development and learning resources.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Strong mechanical ability.
  • General shop knowledge.
  • Basic math skills.
  • Good human relations skills.
  • Knowledge of IATF16949 and ISO14001 requirements.

Nice To Haves

  • Educational certification in an industrial-related field.
  • Header or tooling experience.

Responsibilities

  • Learn to read blueprints and use gauges and equipment to make and rework header and secondary tooling for fastener manufacturing.
  • Understand and operate required toolroom equipment.
  • Make header tooling and setups to die prints with minimal supervision while meeting quality and productivity requirements.
  • Read manufacturing and tooling blueprints and select and prepare tools to meet print tolerances.
  • Maintain backup tooling to reduce header downtime and improve production efficiency.
  • Follow schedules and prioritize duties according to production needs or supervisor or leadperson direction.
  • Follow applicable ISO, IATF16949, and SPC procedures for the toolroom.
  • Assist header operators with tooling needs so parts meet specified dimensions.
  • Initiate T.C.R.'s and E.C.'s to improve tooling designs, update setup sheets, and review obsolete orders.
  • Recognize acceptable draw-die quality.
  • Learn to interpret tooling and production prints.
  • Use toolroom inspection equipment.
  • Maintain a clean work area and follow company safety guidelines and safety rules.
  • Learn preventative maintenance procedures.
  • Perform other duties as requested by the Supervisor or Leadperson.
  • Work overtime as needed.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness program
  • Disability benefits
  • 401(k)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Paid time off, including paid vacation, holidays, and personal days
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products
  • Discount programs for other vendors and partners
  • Career paths and opportunities to develop skills
  • Access to learning resources, including Lean Academy and an online university
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