Tool Die & Gauge

Lincoln Electric Company; Euclid (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Electric Company in Cleveland, Ohio, is seeking a skilled Mold Maker/Tool and Die Maker to design, build, rework, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot tooling including dies, tools, gauges, fixtures, and molds. The role emphasizes meeting due dates, reporting modifications, and collaborating with QA, R&D, and maintenance teams.

Candidates should have an approved apprenticeship, be able to operate mills, lathes, and grinders, and lift up to 75 lbs.

Qualifications

• Completed Mold Maker or Tool and Die Maker state apprenticeship or demonstrated ability to perform tasks.
• Must pass the skilled trades assessment test for this position.
• Proficiently operate all common machining equipment (mills, lathes, grinders, etc.).
• Work as a team lead or team member depending on workload.
• Awareness of OSHA and EPA laws and plant rules/regulations.
• Strong time management with the ability to meet deadlines; analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
• Read design prints and work from sketches and oral instructions; lift up to 75 lbs; carry basic tooling.
• Available for second shift, overtime and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Determine the best method to manage and complete a project by a due date, coordinating with QA, R&D, and maintenance.
• Maintain documentation of tool modifications, repairs, and preventative maintenance throughout the shift.
• List, monitor and source components for new tool builds or repairs; create repeatable setups within tolerances.
• Coordinate work across auxiliary centers and assist operators with machine or processing issues.
• Validate quality using standard machining practices and available measurement resources.
• Communicate effectively and educate apprentices on best practices; adhere to specifications and standards.

Skills

Machining operations

Team leadership

Quality inspection

Reading drawings/prints

Problem solving

Education

State Mold Maker or Tool and Die Maker apprenticeship program

Tools

Mills

Lathes

Grinders

Inspection tools

Job description

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Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at https://www.lincolnelectric.com .

Purpose

Design, build, rework, maintain, repair and troubleshoot all forms of tooling (including dies, tools, gauges, fixtures, and molds).

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Determine the best method to manage and complete a project by a designated due date. Interact with QA, production, R&D, manufacturing, and maintenance to provide solutions.
• Maintain accurate documentation of tool modifications, repair, preventative maintenance and individual work performed throughout the shift.
• List, monitor, maintain, and occasionally purchase components for new tool builds or repairs. Capable of creating a repeatable setup and working to tolerances of +/-.0002" routinely.
• Coordinate work assigned through various auxiliary work centers and equipment as required. Occasionally assist operators and maintenance with machine or processing issues.
• Validate the quality of work following standard machining practices and using available measurement equipment and inspection resources.
• Effectively communicate with other personnel and educate apprentices in best practices. Adhere to all written specifications and ensure compliance with all standards.

Basic Requirements

• Completed an approved Mold Maker or Tool and Die Maker state apprenticeship program or demonstrated the ability to perform the aforementioned tasks.
• Must pass the skilled trades assessment test for this position.
• Proficiently operate all common machining equipment, mills, lathes, grinders, etc.
• Work as a team lead as well as a team member depending on the departmental workload.
• Awareness of OSHA and EPA laws and regulations as well as the Company’s Plant Rules and Regulations that pertain to this job.
• Time management skills and the ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Proven analytical and troubleshooting abilities as well as a high degree of mechanical aptitude. Work from design prints, sketches, sample parts and oral instructions.
• Moderate hand dexterity is required for this position and the ability to occasionally lift 75 lbs. Personally possess basic inspection and machining tools to effectively perform job.
• Available to work second shift, overtime and weekends as required.

Selected candidate’s Job Level and Pay Grade will be determined based upon qualifications and experiences.

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

Nearest Major Market: Cleveland
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