Tool and Die Maker/Tooling Specialist

Northland Aluminum Products, Inc. (Nordic Ware); Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Tool and Die Maker, where you'll contribute to crafting high-quality kitchenware. This full-time role involves planning and executing machining operations, working collaboratively with a dedicated team to ensure production efficiency. Enjoy a supportive work environment that values your skills and offers opportunities for career growth. With a commitment to community and employee well-being, this role promises a fulfilling career path. If you have a passion for mechanics and enjoy hands-on work, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Bonuses

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health and Wellness Programs

Paid Time Off

401(k) Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Generous Employee Discount

Performance Based Pay

Qualifications

• 2+ years of tool making experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with manual machines including drills and lathes required.

Responsibilities

• Perform die assembly and fitting of new and existing tools.
• Set up and operate a variety of machines for tool creation.
• Provide emergency repairs of production tools during production.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Manual machine operation

Problem-solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Accredited Vo-Tech program in Tool and Die making

Tools

Lathes

Drill presses

Milling machines

Grinders

Forklifts

Job description

Commitment and Career Growth * Comprehensive Benefits * Work-Life Balance * Community

At Nordic Ware we have a passion for creating innovative, high quality, American-made kitchenware. We benefit from a collaborative, connected, value-driven culture. For 75+ years our products have enhanced food preparation and brought people together at tables around the world. Our employees take pride in the products we make, and many choose a lifetime career here. Come join us!

Are you looking to be a part of a growing Tool Room? We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Tool and Die Maker at Nordic Ware in our expanding Tool Making department. As a Tool and Die Maker you will plan, layout and perform machining operations and bench work to construct, alter and repair tools, dies, fixtures, jigs, attachments, machining, molds and gauges. If you enjoy working with your hands and have a general interest in mechanics, come join this fun, friendly and collaborative team!

What you will get to do:

1. Perform die assembly and fitting of new and existing tools.
2. Work from parts, prints or sketches and verbal instructions, to create parts for tools, replacement parts and factory equipment.
3. Set up and operate a variety of machines, including lathes, drill presses, milling machines, and grinders, using hand tools and measuring instruments.
4. Perform bench operations involving project planning and final assembly of material.
5. Perform rework on worn or damaged parts.
6. Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production tools including dies, molds, fixtures and factory equipment during production.
7. Work with department leads to resolve problems that arise in various departments with machines, dies, tools, etc.
8. Perform preventive maintenance on production tooling and equipment.
9. Work collaboratively and cooperatively with department team members and other department Managers and Supervisors to ensure all production requirements are met, to promote most efficient operations for all departments, and to ensure company goals are achieved.
10. Comply with plant safety rules, policies and regulations and maintain clean and orderly work area.
11. Use floor jacks, die lifts, hoist and forklifts to move materials.
12. Perform other related duties as assigned.

What you will bring to the role:

1. High School diploma or GED required
2. Manual machine experience required - including drills, milling machines, grinders, lathes
3. 2+ years tool making experience strongly preferred
4. Mechanical aptitude
5. Molding and metal stamping experience strongly preferred.
6. Accredited Vo-Tech program in Tool and Die making, Industrial Maintenance or equivalent desired
7. On the job training is provided to familiarize with our production, facility, and supportive equipment.

About Us:

Nordic Ware is a leading manufacturer of high quality and innovative kitchenware products. By designing products of superior value, producing them in the United States whenever possible, and marketing them worldwide, we enrich people's lives by adding utility, convenience and enjoyment to the preparation of food.

We strive to offer attentive service that exceeds our customers' expectations, to produce environmentally sound products, and to provide a safe and rewarding work experience for our employees.

We recognize that a growing return on our efforts and investments is essential to maintain our leadership position. We are committed to ethical conduct in all matters and to earning the trust and confidence of our customers, suppliers, employees and of our community.

We value our employees and offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including Bonuses, Medical, Dental, Vision, Health and Wellness Programs (including onsite Pickleball and Yoga, HSA with employer contributions and the new Nice Healthcare), Short and Long-Term Disability, Basic Life and AD&D, Voluntary Life, Dependent Care FSA, Legal Plan Coverage, Paid Time Off, PTO buy and sell opportunity, Paid Holidays, 401(k) Match, Career Development including Tuition Reimbursement, Generous Employee Discount, Performance Based Pay, Weekly Paychecks.

Nordic Ware is an Equal Opportunity Employer