Tool Maker

RESRG Automotive; Morehead (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Educational assistance

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Job summary

RESRG Automotive in Morehead, KY seeks a Tool Maker to support the Molding Department by fabricating and repairing tooling with a focus on quality and reliability.

You will read blueprints, operate machine tools, perform welds, and safely handle molds and robots, with a shift option 6:30 AM-2:30 PM or 2:30 PM-10:30 PM, Monday–Friday; weekends possible.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Manufacturing and maintenance experience preferred.
• Experience with computers and Microsoft Office preferred.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents; write reports and manuals.
• Basic mathematical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate machine tools to fabricate and repair components.
• Perform various welding applications for mold repairs.
• Disassemble injection molds to replace high-wear components.
• Safely rig injection molds for transport using cranes and forklifts.
• Read and interpret mechanical and electrical blueprints.
• Adhere to safety, environmental, and 6S requirements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reading blueprints

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Maintenance Connection

Job description

At the interface of design, engineering and supply logistics, REHAU Automotive and SRG Global combine to form RESRG - a leading global supplier of coated exterior systems and components. With a combined track record of over 160 years across four continents and 22 production sites, RESRG's 10,000 skilled team members manufacture the latest exterior systems and components for the world's leading automotive manufacturers.

RESRG Automotive is seeking you to join our team as a Tool Maker in our Morehead, KY location!

The schedule for this role would either be 6:30 AM- 2:30 PM or 2:30 PM- 10:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with weekends possible.

Your Job

The Tool Maker’s role is to support the Molding Department by performing tool repairs and maintenance, as well as fabricating new components for tools and machines. This position focuses on maintaining a customer-oriented approach and delivering value through quality craftsmanship and reliability.

What you Will do in Your Role

• Ensure full compliance with all safety requirements, including Safety Awareness, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), crane operations, and 6S standards.
• Operate machine tools to fabricate and repair components as needed.
• Perform various welding applications for injection mold repairs.
• Disassembly injection molds to replace high-wear components when necessary.
• Safely rig injection molds for transport using cranes, forklifts, and die carts.
• Read and interpret mechanical and electrical blueprints, from basic to advanced.
• Adhere to all environmental policies, procedures, work instructions, and applicable requirements, including proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Immediately report any environmental concerns or incidents that pose a hazard to people, productions, or the environment to management.
• Starts up and shuts down robots and cranes in accordance with established guidelines.
• Demonstrate strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Possess working knowledge of data entry and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Maintenance Connection.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• High school diploma or GED.
• Manufacturing and maintenance experience (preferred).
• Experience with computers and Microsoft Office (preferred).
• Excellent language skills: ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents; write reports, correspondence, and manuals; and effectively present information to various groups.
• Basic mathematical skills: ability to perform simple calculations.
• Strong reasoning ability: ability to understand and follow instructions and solve routine problems using common sense.

About the Company

We are a fast-growing B2B company with a strong internal culture that values respect for others, diversity, serving a greater purpose, and passionate creativity. We have a dynamic and growing global footprint. A diverse and team-focused workforce. Create the next generation of innovation. Career paths that enable professional growth and development. Strongly committed to serving our community and environment. A safe, fun workplace focused on health and wellness. A competitive compensation and benefits package.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.