Tool and Die Maker II - Journeyman - 2nd Shift

Generac; Whitewater (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac in Whitewater, Wisconsin, is looking for a Tool and Die Maker Journeyman to handle tool and die maintenance, machine building, and troubleshooting. The role requires 5+ years of relevant experience and professional certification.

Responsibilities include diagnosing equipment issues, managing projects, and providing technical support to teams. Ideal candidates will possess strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate effectively.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in tool and die design and making.
• Ability to lead complex tool or equipment build projects.

Responsibilities

• Suggest and implement improvements to enhance productivity.
• Diagnose and repair complex equipment breakdowns.
• Perform hands-on training for team members.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Strong verbal and written communication

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to read drawings and schematics

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Tool and Die Maker – Journeyman

Tools

AutoCAD

Mastercam X

Windows-based software

Job description

Job Summary

The Tool and Die Maker Journeyman will be responsible for machine building, tool and die maintenance and troubleshooting, cleanliness of the tool room, running all equipment, delivering efficient services, and high customer service levels. They are responsible for managing the planning, configuration, construction, and alteration of equipment, machinery, tools, dies, and fixtures, managing rework projects that come to the tool room from manufacturing, creating prototype parts and models for new product inspections, and directing the inspection of construction and installation progress to ensure conformance to established drawings, specifications, and schedules.

Hours

3:15pm-1:15am Tuesday-Friday

Responsibilities

• Suggest and implement improvements of existing equipment and/or designs to improve safety, quality, delivery and productivity.
• Perform safe and effective operation of all equipment needed to perform the job function.
• Work is supervised daily or weekly with assignments that encompass a well‑defined set of tasks. Follows established procedures, processes, or policies.
• Diagnose and repair complex equipment breakdowns. Effectively communicate issues with OEM vendors and outside resources for rapid resolution of issues.
• Perform hands‑on training for team members.
• Assist in designing, fabricating, and welding of mechanical structures, guards, and special equipment as required.
• Provide technical support to project managers and engineers on projects.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, ability to understand complex issues and systematically work toward resolution.
• Prioritize, plan and coordinate the team's maintenance activities in absence of Team Leader.
• Manage installation of new equipment.
• Establish preventative maintenance (PM) activities based upon manufacturer recommendations.
• Establish spare parts inventory for new equipment based upon manufacturer recommendations.
• Use initiative and judgment to lead problem solving and implement appropriate countermeasures.
• Ability to look at a problem, identify a solution, and implement it.

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in tool and die design and making.
• Certified Tool and Die Maker – Journeyman.

Additional Qualifications

• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication competencies.
• Strong prioritization skills.
• Ability to understand mechanical and electrical principles and machine functionality.
• Ability to read and understand drawings and schematics.
• Ability to read and interpret construction and equipment drawings.
• Ability to use a personal computer and Windows‑based software (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, AutoCAD, Mastercam X).
• Ability to work inside, outside, confined areas, in extreme heat, extreme cold, with noise, with vibration, high places, fumes/odors, and in dirt/dust.
• Advanced PC knowledge.
• Demonstrated proficiency and ability to train others in the tool and die craft.
• Ability to lead complex tool or equipment build projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Diagnose and repair complex equipment breakdowns. Effectively communicate issues with OEM vendors and outside resources for rapid resolution of issues.
• Perform hands‑on training for team members.
• Machine repair capabilities and ability to prototype/replicate machine parts.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25–50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer‑based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.