Eyelet Tooling Specialist — Boost Press Efficiency

Trans-Matic Mfg Inc; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Trans-Matic in Holland, MI is seeking a skilled Eyelet Journeyman Toolmaker to troubleshoot and maintain production presses, develop tooling, and support new tooling development. You will work with tool and die makers and cross-functional teams to maximize press efficiency and part quality.

The role requires a Journeyman Eyelet Tool & Die Maker card (or equivalent), experience in metal-forming manufacturing, SPC knowledge, and strong mechanical and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Journeyman's card as an Eyelet Tool & Die Maker or equivalent experience.
• Experience in a metal-forming manufacturing environment is required.
• Education and hands-on experience with SPC and statistical problem solving.
• Strong mechanical, organizational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot production presses to keep operations running safely and efficiently.
• Set up jobs and production tooling to meet quality and performance standards.
• Develop, maintain, and improve tooling and production press equipment.
• Maintain tool books, process documentation, and required paperwork.
• Monitor and improve part quality through hands-on problem solving.
• Identify tooling and equipment issues and communicate them to the team.
• Assist with machine preventive maintenance and address maintenance concerns.
• Maintain tooling and equipment per Trans‑Matic standards.
• Support development of new tooling and prototypes as needed.
• Work to reduce setup times and improve overall press efficiency.
• Promote safety, cleanliness and good housekeeping.

Skills

Journeyman Eyelet Tool Die Maker

SPC and statistical problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hi-lo forklift

Job description

Trans-Matic in Holland, MI is seeking a skilled Eyelet Journeyman Toolmaker to troubleshoot and maintain production presses, develop tooling, and support new tooling development. You will work with tool and die makers and cross-functional teams to maximize press efficiency and part quality.

The role requires a Journeyman Eyelet Tool & Die Maker card (or equivalent), experience in metal-forming manufacturing, SPC knowledge, and strong mechanical and teamwork skills.