Progressive Die Toolmaker, Stamping Operations

CSS Metal Shaped Solutions; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursement

Housing provided

Meal stipend

Relocation support

Sign-on bonus $10,000

Job summary

CSS Metal Shaped Solutions in Connecticut seeks a Journeyman tool & die technician to service production tools, fabricate tooling components, and mentor apprentices on pre-run maintenance and tool histories.

Role emphasizes collaboration with Senior Tool & Diemaker to implement new tools, maintain tooling inventories, and support Lean initiatives. Onsite role with potential overtime and relocation support as outlined.

Qualifications

• Journeyman certificate or 5 years equivalent experience.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints and apply GD&T in production manufacturing.
• Progressive stamping background with practical shop-floor experience.
• Safe operation of forklifts, pallet jacks, overhead cranes, and similar equipment.
• Working knowledge of ISO quality standards and use of SPC in a production environment.
• Familiarity with Medical and Aerospace environments (ISO 13485 & AS9100).
• Understanding of Manufacturing Engineering and Quality Engineering; knowledge of Lean (Kaizen, Kanban, SMED, 5S).
• Knowledge of concurrent engineering and design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA).

Responsibilities

• Service production tools in the press; perform thorough pre-run maintenance to ensure production readiness.
• Fabricate tools, tooling components, fixtures, and gauges as directed by the area supervisor or Senior Tool & Diemaker.
• Assist with apprentice training and follow established processes to document Tool History and Set-up information.
• Alert the Supervisor to required Machine Maintenance and Tool Maintenance on production tooling.
• Collaborate with a Senior Tool & Diemaker to introduce new tools into production areas.
• Help standardize tooling component inventory; assist as requested on the development and execution of tooling projects.
• Support department set-up associates in resolving set-up and in-run tooling issues.
• Support company Managers as requested on all Metal Stamping and Fourslide projects.
• Alert Supervisor on updates and corrections needed on job travelers for operation changes/additions.
• Meet quoted/job estimates for Service-Set-up and Production Rate on all tooling.
• Adhere to company policies, environmental and safety standards, and maintain strong housekeeping practices.
• Contribute to Lean initiatives and project implementation.
• Provide assistance and instruction to other personnel as needed.
• Maintain reliable attendance; attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Work overtime when business needs require it.

Skills

GD&T

Troubleshooting

Tooling fabrication

Press setup

Tool maintenance

Lean (Kaizen, Kanban, SMED, 5S)

DFMA

Concurrent engineering

Quality engineering knowledge

WINTRESS Controls

Education

Journeyman certificate or 5 years equivalent experience

Tools

WINTRESS Controls

Job description

Location: Connecticut (CT) — onsite. Full-time employment requires relocation to Connecticut.Support provided: TRAVEL, HOUSING, MEAL STIPEND and RELOCATION expenses based on candidate's home location.Shifts: 1st & 2nd shift positionsHiring incentive: $10,000 Sign-On BonusJob Number: 51-4111.00Departments: Automatic Power Press (APP), New Tools, Secondary Power Press (SECPP), FourslideReporting Structure (varies by department):New Tools: Director of Engineering / Department SupervisorAPP: Department Supervisor / Assistant Supervisor / Senior Tool & Diemaker / Technical LeadSECPP: Department Supervisor / Assistant Supervisor / Technical LeadFourslide: Department Supervisor / Assistant Supervisor / Senior Tool & Diemaker / Technical LeadA day in the lifeYou start the shift on the production floor, checking progressive dies scheduled to run. You service tools in-press, verify pre-run maintenance, and collaborate with set-up associates so each job hits rate and quality the first time. Between runs, you fabricate components, fixtures, and gauges, update tool histories and set-up notes, and flag any needed machine or tooling maintenance. When a new die is ready, you partner with a Senior Tool & Diemaker to bring it online, refining it for quality, cost, and lead time improvements that benefit CSS customers.Primary objectiveEnable smooth operations by maintaining and implementing tooling and machine maintenance systems that support production schedules while driving continuous improvements in quality, cost, and lead time for CSS customers.Key responsibilitiesService production tools in the press; perform thorough pre-run maintenance to ensure production readiness.Fabricate tools, tooling components, fixtures, and gauges as directed by the area supervisor or Senior Tool & Diemaker.Assist with apprentice training and follow established processes to document Tool History and Set-up information.Alert the Supervisor to required Machine Maintenance and Tool Maintenance on production tooling.Collaborate with a Senior Tool & Diemaker to introduce new tools into production areas.Help standardize tooling component inventory; assist as requested on the development and execution of tooling projects.Support department set-up associates in resolving set-up and in-run tooling issues.Support company Managers as requested on all Metal Stamping and Fourslide projects.Alert Supervisor on updates and corrections needed on job travelers for operation changes/additions.Department goalMeet quoted/job estimates for Service-Set-up and Production Rate on all tooling.Other expectationsAdhere to company policies, environmental and safety standards, and maintain strong housekeeping practices.Contribute to Lean initiatives and project implementation.Provide assistance and instruction to other personnel as needed.Perform additional duties as assigned.Maintain reliable attendance; attendance is an essential function of the job.Work overtime when business needs require it.QualificationsEducationExperienceJourneyman certificate or 5 years equivalent experience.Hands-on skills in component/tooling fabrication, troubleshooting, repair, and set-up.Ability to read and interpret blueprints and apply GD&T in production manufacturing.Safe operation of forklifts, pallet jacks, overhead cranes, and similar equipment to handle tools and loads.Progressive stamping background with practical, shop-floor experience (required).Working knowledge of ISO quality standards and use of SPC in a production environment.Familiarity with Medical and Aerospace environments (ISO 13485 & AS9100).Understanding of Manufacturing Engineering and Quality Engineering; knowledge of Lean (Kaizen, Kanban, SMED, 5S).Knowledge of concurrent engineering and design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA).Experience with production standards, cost of quality, and manufacturing methods.Self-starter with a strong work ethic and production orientation.Physical requirementsCorrected visual acuity to read directions/prints and closely inspect parts to specification.Manual dexterity to operate machinery for precision work.Ability to frequently stoop and bend.Capability to lift and move objects vertically and horizontally between positions.Lift up to 35 lbs unassisted.This overview outlines the principal functions of the role and is not an exhaustive listing of all duties that may be required.You should be proficient in:GD&TTroubleshooting SkillsMetal Stamping & Forming (Progressive Die)Press Set UpProgressive tool maintenanceWINTRESS Controls