Machinist/Tool Die Maker

Blue Bird; Fort Valley (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Tool and Die Maker to join their dedicated team. This role involves building and repairing essential tools for machine operations, ensuring high standards of safety and efficiency. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, demonstrating excellent hand-eye coordination and the ability to interpret blueprints. Join a company committed to innovation and safety, where your contributions will directly impact the quality and reliability of products that transport millions of children daily.

Qualifications

• Must pass background check and drug screen.
• Prior experience as a Tool and Die maker preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and repair cutting and shaping devices for machine tools.
• Lead a team in projects and daily operations.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness in the working environment.

Skills

Blueprint Interpretation

Hand-Eye Coordination

Team Leadership

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent G.E.D.

Tools

Tool & Die Equipment

Stamping Machines

Job description

Blue Bird (NASDAQ: BLBD) is recognized as a technology leader and innovator of school buses since its founding in 1927. Our dedicated team members design, engineer and manufacture school buses with a singular focus on safety, reliability, and durability. School buses carry the most precious cargo in the world – 25 million children twice a day – making them the most trusted mode of student transportation. The company is the proven leader in low- and zero-emission school buses with more than 20,000 propane, natural gas, and electric powered buses in operation today. Blue Bird is transforming the student transportation industry through cleaner energy solutions. For more information on Blue Bird's complete product and service portfolio, visit www.blue-bird.com.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build and repair cutting and shaping devices for machine tools such as jigs and fixtures
• Design and build complicated dies from concept.
• Lead a team of peers in projects and daily operations.
• Remain productive in a self-managed environment.
• Utilize all tool & die equipment in the highest efficiency capacity possible.
• Be able to anticipate work flow in order to maximize labor utilization to peak efficiency.
• Complete order entry for purchase requisitions anticipating future material requirements.
• Represent the company and travel for evaluation of tooling.
• Do precise handwork and will interpret blueprint and designer’s specifications

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Notify supervisor when issues arise
• Operate within standard operating procedures and job safety analysis
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Attend daily safety department meetings
• Good hand eye coordination
• Communicate with supervisors and other team members throughout their shift to ensure daily tasks are clear
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment
• Will be working around robots and using stamping machines and other machinery used to make parts.

EDUCATION, SKILLS, & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent G.E.D.
• Must pass criminal background check, drug screen, and Blue Bird physical

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work in manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, cold, noise, and fumes
• Fast-paced environment with moving objects, sharp edges, and congested working areas
• Will be pushing, pulling, kneeling, reaching overhead, grasping, and lifting up to 50 pounds

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA:

• Must meet established quality and production standards
• Practice good housekeeping
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Must meet established attendance policy and work overtime when required
• Must perform other duties and tasks as assigned by supervisor

Blue Bird’s winning culture is fueled by our ability to respect, encourage, celebrate and embrace the unique perspectives of all of our employees. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer who is committed to providing all of our employees with a work environment free of discrimination or harassment. We base our employment decisions on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, national, social or ethnic origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, past or present military service, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Qualifications Education

Required

High School

Experience

Preferred

Prior experience as a Tool and Die maker.

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