Tool & Die Maker

Amsted Automotive; Utica (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Incentive Bonus

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K

Paid Vacation

Job summary

Amsted Automotive's TransForm Automotive Shelby Twp division seeks experienced Tool & Die Makers for the 2nd Shift (3pm - 11pm with a 15% premium) to support production by keeping dies and tooling optimized. The role emphasizes troubleshooting, repair, and maintaining transfer dies and tool room operations.

Candidates should have 5 years in metal stamping or tool and die work, plus GD&T interpretation and ISO/IATF knowledge. Overtime may be required to meet customer demand.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in blueprint GD&T interpretation for dies, details and prints.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve daily production issues.
• Experience with CMM or gaging information and tooling adjustments.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, maintain and optimize transfer and line dies in press operations.
• Operate tool room equipment with precision.
• Support press setup and efficiency to meet posted expectations.
• Adhere to safety procedures and quality standards.
• Use root-cause analysis to improve efficiency and quality.

Skills

GD&T interpretation

Troubleshooting

Tool and Die experience

Quality compliance

Lean manufacturing

Education

High School Diploma

Technical/trade training

Job description

About The Role

Amsted Automotive's TransForm Automotive Shelby Twp division, is seeking experienced Tool & Die Makers for the 2nd Shift (3pm - 11pm+15% shift premium) who will be responsible for supporting production operation setup and efficiencies by keeping tools and dies optimized.

Days: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

Afternoons: 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm +15% shift premium

Midnights: 11:00 pm - 7:00 am +15% shift premium

What You’ll Do

• Troubleshoot, Repair, Maintain and optimize transfer and line dies in press and out as required
• Operate Tool room equipment and machinery with precision
• Supports press setup and efficiency as a team to achieve posted expectations
• Adherence to safety procedures and protocols
• Uses root cause analysis, problem solving skills to promote efficiency and quality
• Directly responsible to maintain product quality to print specifications where applicable
• Must be available to work overtime as required to meet Customer Demand
• Serves in the capacity of wastewater handler commensurate with completion of proper environmental training
• Other duties as assigned
• Adapt and promote Lean Manufacturing principals using 5"S" and Kaizen processes
• Support the Company’s Goals and Objectives through Continuous Improvement action plan participation and completion

What You’ll Need To Succeed

• Must demonstrate proficiency of Blueprint GD&T interpretation of Dies, Details, and Part Prints
• Must be able to effectively troubleshoot and solve daily operational deficiencies
• Usage of a computer and other productivity machinery such as control panels
• Must be able to interpret C.M.M. or gaging information and adjust Tooling to maintain Customer Quality requirements
• Five years’ experience in Metal Stamping, Prototype, Tool and Die Build or Die Repair Technician
• Possess working knowledge of IATF16949, ISO 14001, and Q1 compliance criteria to maintain manufacturing environmental standards to protect and preserve our customers product and the environment
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment to meet production standards
• High school diploma or GED
• Some college or technical trade manufacturing education is preferred

What’s In It For You

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Incentive Bonus
• Medical, Vision, Dental
• Prescription Drug Plan
• 401K
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Short-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health and Wellness Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition
• Discount Programs

What Else You'll Need To Know

• Work may require extended periods of sitting, standing, lifting, bending, stooping and performing repetitive motion tasks
• Excellent manual dexterity, ability to lift and carry up to 80 pounds frequently
• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with continuous exposure to noise
• Must be able to work necessary overtime if required

Experience Preferred

• 5 year(s): Metal Stamping, Prototype, Tool and Die Build or Die Repair Technician

Education Required

• High School or better

Preferred

• Technical/other training or better

Equal Opportunity Employer

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