Tool Maker - 2nd Shift

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2nd Shift

Shift premium $1/hr

Job summary

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation in Morristown, TN is seeking a Tool Maker for the 2nd Shift in our manufacturing operation at the Cummins Inc. facility. You will analyze and manufacture complex components using machine tools and uphold safety protocols.

The role emphasizes TPM, quality workmanship, and mentoring teammates, with opportunities to improve processes and equipment uptime. This position offers a stable, hands-on environment with a focus on safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent as required.
• Knowledge of tool and die practices and metal machining equipment.
• Experience with saws, milling machines, drilling/tapping, grinding, CNC lathes, welding, die polishing and die assembly.
• General safety around electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic controls.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate effectively with team members to achieve shared goals.
• Communicate clearly with diverse audiences to ensure understanding.
• Focus on customers by delivering solutions that meet needs and expectations.
• Make quality decisions to move the organization forward.
• Drive results and improve productivity.
• Manage complexity by analyzing information to solve problems.
• Learn quickly through hands-on experimentation and feedback.
• Champion health and safety by reporting hazards and participating in improvements.
• Ensure controls safety by recognizing hazards related to electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Apply manufacturing knowledge to processes, equipment and applications for continuous improvement.
• Design tools and fixtures to securely hold parts during manufacturing.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Safety awareness

Manufacturing knowledge

Mentorship

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Saws

Milling machines

Drilling/Tapping

Grinding

CNC lathes

Welding

Die Polishing

Die Assembly

Fixturing

Rigging

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a talented Tool Maker to join our 2nd Shift team specializing in Manufacturing for our Cummins Inc. facility in Morristown, TN.

Job Summary:

Analyzes and manufactures complex components using machine tool equipment. Learns and understands the protocols of working safely with electricity and other energy sources with industrial equipment. May work independently and instruct or coach others.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Ensuring Safety: By stopping work and reporting any major injury hazards immediately, you'll help maintain a safe working environment.
• Promoting Health: Reporting any work-related injuries, illnesses, incidents, or hazards will contribute to a healthier workplace.
• Compliance and Standards: Adhering to HSE standards, policies, procedures, and regulations ensures that the workplace meets all safety and environmental requirements.
• Environmental Stewardship: Recognizing how your work impacts the environment and working to minimize negative effects will support sustainability efforts.
• Quality Assurance: Applying high standards of workmanship and craftsmanship will ensure that all products meet quality expectations.
• Operational Efficiency: Supporting equipment uptime and providing feedback for preventive maintenance will help reduce downtime and improve productivity.
• Mentorship and Training: Instructing and coaching less experienced team members will foster a collaborative and knowledgeable team environment.
• Continuous Improvement: Actively participating in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) teams to improve quality, safety, processes, and material flow will drive ongoing improvements in the workplace.

Responsibilities

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• Collaborate Effectively: Build strong partnerships and work collaboratively with others to achieve shared goals.
• Communicate Clearly: Develop and deliver communications that are tailored to the needs of different audiences, ensuring clarity and understanding.
• Focus on Customers: Build strong relationships with customers and deliver solutions that meet their needs and expectations.
• Make Quality Decisions: Make timely and well-informed decisions that help move the organization forward.
• Drive Results: Consistently achieve results, even when faced with challenging circumstances.
• Manage Complexity: Navigate and make sense of complex and sometimes contradictory information to solve problems effectively.
• Learn Nimblely: Embrace learning through experimentation, using both successes and failures as opportunities to grow.
• Champion Health and Safety: Model proactive health and safety behaviors, identify and report hazards, and participate in actions to improve workplace safety.
• Ensure Controls Safety: Recognize and mitigate hazards related to electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic controls to maintain a safe working environment.
• Apply Manufacturing Knowledge: Implement changes in processes, equipment, and applications to meet functional needs and drive continuous improvement.
• Design Tools and Fixtures: Select appropriate work-piece-holding devices to ensure parts and products are securely held during manufacturing processes.
• Value Differences: Appreciate and leverage the diverse perspectives and cultures within the organization to enhance collaboration and innovation.

Education, Licenses, Certifications:

• High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations.
• This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Experience:

• Requires significant relevant work experience or specialized skills obtained through education, training or on-the-job experience.

Qualifications

• Must have advanced knowledge in tool and die practices and have knowledge of forging and metal machining equipment.
• Additional knowledge in the safe operation of Saws, Milling machines, Drilling/Tapping, Grinding Broaching, CNC lathes, Welding, Die Polishing, Die Assembly and also Fixturing and Rigging.
• Other skills may be required as new machines and practices are introduced.

Base Rate: $27.75 - $32.12/hr

Shift Premium: $1.00/hr

About Us

Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.