Automotive Tool and Die Apprentice

Martinrea International; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Ontario is seeking an apprentice for a 4-year Tool and Die program. The role involves hands-on training in the shop, including operating machinery, assisting toolmakers, and maintaining quality. Ideal candidates should have solid English skills, reliable transportation, and the ability to follow safety procedures. This apprenticeship offers an opportunity to gain valuable skills and work experience in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Employment accommodation during recruitment

Qualifications

• Must be able to speak, read and write English.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Must have registration for Apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Run flycutters, stoning forms, rough milling and drilling blocks.
• Finish die components, fit components to dies.
• Begin to build stations for dies from blueprints.
• Work independently at toolmaker's level under supervision.
• Update apprenticeship progress reports.

Skills

English proficiency

Reliable transportation

Ability to lift 60 lbs

Own tools

Able to work overtime

Education

Registration for Apprenticeship

Job description

Overview

Job Summary: To complete a 4yr apprenticeship program in Tool and Die.

Knowledge And Skills (Education)

• Must be able to speak, read and write English
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must have registration for Apprenticeship
• Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Available to work overtime when required
• Must have and use own tools (Section TRP 008)

Major Accountabilities

• First-year apprentice - running flycutters, stoning forms, rough milling and drilling blocks, clamping dies in press, loading and unloading dies from press.
• Second-year apprentice - finishing die components, fitting components to dies, helping toolmakers to troubleshoot in press.
• Third-year apprentice - Beginning to build stations for dies (depending on ability) from blue prints. Start working independently.
• Fourth-year apprentice - working almost at toolmaker's level. Building stations to print under toolmaker supervision.
• Responsible for updating apprenticeship progress reports and ensuring all information current.
• Deliver product.
• Polishing die components
• Responsible for vacuuming filters.
• Must keep work areas, benches clean and in order.
• Record daily job numbers and hours on punch card.
• Other duties required in order to accommodate the customer.
• Ability to communicate and work with fellow employees in a professional and respectful manner.
• Report any deficiencies in systems, facilities, machinery, equipment and/or tools immediately to your supervisor
• Record and/or report product damage/nonconformities to your supervisor as required
• Comply with Quality Assurance policies and procedures
• Participate and contribute to effective production efficiency

Working Conditions

• 100% plant floor (PPE required) - When not in class for apprenticeship

Effort/Physical Demands

• Constant communication with employees, peers, and management
• Overtime as required

Health and Safety Responsibilities

• Must work in accordance with Health and Safety regulations, Company Rules, Plant Rules, policies and procedures
• Must use or wear equipment, protective devices or certain clothing as required by the company
• Comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) particularly the "Duties of Workers" as stated in section 28.
• Comply with the Workplace Safety Insurance Act (WSIB)
• Comply with Workplace hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
• Be aware of moving lift trucks at all times.
• All employees are prohibited from working under dies which are suspended from hoists, cranes or forklifts.

Martinrea International Inc. is proud to provide employment accommodation during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodations, please notify us if you are contacted for a job interview.