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Tool and Die Maker

Whirlpool

Findlay (OH)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 80,000

Full time

19 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Tool and Die Maker to join their team. This role involves crafting dies and molds, interpreting blueprints, and operating various machine tools. You will be responsible for ensuring safety and quality while collaborating with peers to enhance production processes. The company fosters a culture of innovation and diversity, providing an environment where your skills can shine. If you are passionate about manufacturing and have a keen eye for detail, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a significant impact in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

  • Journeyman’s card or Associate’s degree with 4 years of experience required.
  • In-depth knowledge of machine tools and metalworking tools essential.

Responsibilities

  • Craft dies and mold components, interpreting design schematics.
  • Ensure safety practices and conduct maintenance inspections.
  • Set up and operate machine tools for fabrication.

Skills

Tool and Die Making
Blueprint Reading
Metal Fabrication
Welding
Machine Operation
Attention to Detail
Troubleshooting Skills

Education

Tool and Die Journeyman’s card
Associate’s degree in technical studies

Tools

Drills
Lathes
Grinders
Milling Machines
Google Suite

Job description

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About Whirlpool Corporation

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading kitchen and laundry appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home and inspiring generations with our brands. The company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2023, the company reported approximately $19 billion in annual sales, 59,000 employees, and 55 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

Requisition ID: 66398

This Role In Summary

We are looking for a skilled tool and die maker to craft dies, mold components, metal tools, and repair molds/dies for our manufacturing facility. In this role, you will be required to interpret design schematics, cut and shape dies, assemble the completed parts, and repair dies/molds in a work bay or in equipment.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

  • Work using safe procedures and practices: report any unsafe or hazardous conditions to supervision. Taking safety precautions to protect yourself and others.
  • Uses all designated safety equipment, observes all safety rules, and follows recognized rules of safe practice. Implement 5S.
  • Reading and interpreting blueprints, design schematics, and CAD drawings.
  • Visualizing and computing metal shapes and tolerances.
  • Designing jigs and templates as work aids in the fabrication of parts.
  • Measuring and marking metal stock for machining.
  • Operate mobile equipment (e.g. forklifts, vertical lifts, cranes).
  • Required to make productive maintenance inspections and repairs.
  • Welding & metal fabrication (Layout, cutting, bending, drilling, punching and machining).

Additional Responsibilities

  • Work effectively with your peers to share knowledge and leverage strengths.
  • Utilize excellent communication and documentation skills to transfer critical processes and support knowledge to others.
  • Setting up machine tools such as drills, lathes, grinders, and milling machines.
  • Cutting and shaping blocks to specified dimensions.
  • Filling, grinding, and shimming metals to ensure a smooth finish.
  • Fitting and assembling tools and die parts.
  • Inspecting finished dies and tools for defects, smoothness, and contour deformities.
  • Conducting test runs with completed tools and dies/molds.
  • Participate in WCM (World Class Manufacturing) projects and assist in improving machine/die/mold OEE.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

  • Tool and Die Journeyman’s card.
  • In place of Journeyman's card, an Associate’s degree in technical studies with 4 years of manufacturing tool and die experience.

Preferred Skills And Experiences

  • Able to stand for a long duration of time, in excess of 8 hours a day.
  • Able to bend over and rotate body repeatedly.
  • Able to lift 50 pounds floor to waist.
  • Experience working as a tool and die maker.
  • In-depth knowledge of machine tools and their uses.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and design schematics.
  • Extensive experience with metalworking tools including drills, milling machines, grinders, and lathes.
  • Ability to lift heavy objects and operate large machinery.
  • Experience with quality control analysis.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Advanced troubleshooting skills.
  • Google Suite Knowledge.
  • PVO license required. (Training provided onsite).
  • Industrial Health & Safety, Confined Space, and Lockout-Tagout Training.
  • WCM Methodologies, particularly 5S / Visual Management, Problem Solving and Mistake Proofing.

Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation.

At Whirlpool Corporation, we value and celebrate diversity. Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.

Seniority level
  • Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Other
Industries
  • Manufacturing
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