Tool & Die Maker I (63322)

Frymaster; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Healthcare

401(k) savings plan

Wellness Program

Tuition Assistance

Holiday Pay opportunities

PTO

On-the-job training

Life Insurance

Job summary

Frymaster in Shreveport, LA is seeking a Tool & Die Maker I to learn the trade through on-the-job training with a Journeyman. Based in the tool room, you will develop skills in milling, turning, surface grinding, and CNC setups while supporting production.

The role emphasizes safety, blueprint reading, tooling construction, and continuous learning. Applicants should have a high school diploma and 2–3 years tool room experience, with a positive attitude and good communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–3 years tool room experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and use inspection tools.

Responsibilities

• Learn and operate tool room equipment (Mill, Lathe, Surface grinder, CNC).
• Assist with setup and tooling for prototype production.
• Maintain safety and PPE compliance in the tool room.

Skills

Positive attitude

Good communication

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mill

Lathe

Surface grinder

CNC

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Frymaster - Shreveport, LA 71106, Salary Range: $30.75 Hourly, Job Shift: 1st Shift Morning, We are Frymaster! We design, manufacture, and supply best-in-class commercial fryer equipment for the global foodservice market. We empower you to grow with us. We recognize you and reward you. We win together as one team.

As Tool and Die Maker I, you will be responsible for learning the skill trade of Tool & Die Making/Prototype production by engaging in direct, supervised on-the-job (OJT) training and practice with the Journeyman Tool & Die Maker

Reporting directly to the Manager of Mfg. Engineering, this position is based in Shreveport, LA*.

Major Accountability:

People

• Accept and be able to deal calmly and effectively with constructive criticism.
• Assist with “special projects” or other objective assignments as directed by the Manager.

• Safety

• Be aware of safety requirements and operation of tool room equipment.
• Ensure PPE compliance and proper maintenance of tooling and other powered equipment.

• Quality

• Responsible for the quality of the product produced
• Support overall Quality goals
• Blueprint Reading

• Delivery

• Learn and complete setup of tool room equipment (including measuring devices) and machines to do a variety of work
• Build tooling, gauges, and fixtures

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Have experience with some or all the following tool room equipment: Mill, Lathe, Surface grinder, and CNC
• Requires mechanical ability and the ability to learn advanced machine
• Must be able to react to change and contact proper personnel for questions and resolution
• Good communication skills with fellow employees
• Attendance regular and predictable attendance as scheduled with good attendance record including working overtime as required for deadlines.

Qualifications: Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2-3 years tool room experience

Skills & Abilities:

• Positive attitude keeping a positive outlook and being respectful of others
• Ability and willingness to participate in additional training as needed and identified by the Tool Room Supervision.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Basic knowledge of math, including algebra and geometry
• Ability to deal with problems in a professional manner.
• Reasoning ability must be consistent with established company policies and procedures.
• Blueprint Reading
• Apply metallurgical principles to materials and work processes.

Working Conditions:

• Work in a tool room environment within the facility.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Occasional bending, lifting, and twisting to complete routine tasks.
• Repetitive upper body, arm, hand, and wrist movements throughout the shift.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work mandatory overtime, flexible hours, and/or overtime on short notice.

Our Benefits:

We believe that our people our one of our most valuable assets. That’s why we provide our employees with a competitive benefits package that helps protect their health, income and lifestyle. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location, and can include the following:

• Competitive wage
• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) savings plan
• Wellness Program
• Supplemental Health Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training and Development
• Tuition Assistance
• Holiday Pay opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• On-the-job training and skills development
• Basic Life Insurance
• Leave Program
• Employee Events and more…

* Frymaster, a Welbilt brand, creates award-winning, innovative, commercial fryers that are taking frying technology to a new level. We’ve taken the guesswork out of oil management for crews and operators. Our fryers walk crews through step-by-step processes to filter the oil simply and safely to extend oil life and increase profitability. Everybody wins with Frymaster fryers. The Frymaster facility in Shreveport, LA is a division of Ali Group.

For more information about Frymaster, visit www.frymaster.com

To explore more Career opportunities at Welbilt, visit www.welbilt.us/Careers.com

Welbilt, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace. All applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment in employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, marital status, familial status, medical condition, or any other status protected by law. All recruitment, hiring, placements, transfers and promotions will be on the basis of individual skills, knowledge, abilities, and business need.

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