Tool Room Technician - MS (37941)

Cascade Die Casting Group; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Cascade Die Casting Group is seeking a Tool Room Technician in Grand Rapids, MI to support die readiness and tooling, repair dies and fixtures, and operate forklifts and cranes on the production floor.

The role requires basic math and reading/writing skills, blueprint reading ability, and forklift/overhead crane experience. Apprenticeship or two years of related experience is preferred. High school diploma is desired. Safety and teamwork are emphasized in daily duties.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic math, reading, and writing.
• High School Diploma preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Forklift and Overhead Crane experience required.
• Apprenticeship and/or two year’s related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to and troubleshoot problems related to die cast and trim dies on the production floor.
• Service and repair die cast dies, trim dies and fixtures using precision measuring tools.
• Operate various machinery including drills, grinders, lathes, mills, forklifts and overhead cranes.
• Perform welding tasks as required.
• Maintain core and punch inventory.
• Maintain clean and orderly work area consistent with safety and work rules.
• Learn new tasks and adapt to frequent job duty changes including cross training.
• Complete daily paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
• Work cooperatively with others in a team environment.
• Work safely around and/or while operating heavy equipment or manufacturing machinery.
• Work overtime hours as required and be available for emergency overtime when needed.
• Regularly report for work on time with a desire to perform to the best of your abilities.
• Complies with all company employment policies, procedures/processes, and programs.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Models and exemplifies Company’s Core Values.

Skills

Basic math

Reading & writing

Blueprint reading

Forklift experience

Overhead crane experience

Apprenticeship or 2 yrs experience

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Mid State Division - Grand Rapids, MI 49548

POSITION SCOPE

Tool Room Technician performs duties in connection with die readiness for the die cast operation. This includes repairing die cast dies, trim dies, and fixtures. Technician must recognize current KPI boards and obtain goals as required. Technicians are required to operate forklifts and/or overhead cranes to transport dies for production and tooling. Correct documentation needs to be completed by technician for end of run.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Respond to and troubleshoot problems related to die cast and trim dies on the production floor.
• Service and repair die cast dies, trim dies and fixtures using precision measuring tools.
• Operate various machinery including using drills, grinders, turn threads, mill, lathes, forklifts and overhead cranes.
• Perform welding tasks as required.
• Maintain core and punch inventory.
• Maintain clean and orderly work area consistent with safety and work rules and regulations.
• Learn new tasks and adapt to frequent job duty changes which includes cross training as required by business and manpower demands.
• Complete daily paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
• Work cooperatively with others in a team environment.
• Work safely around and/or while operating heaving equipment or manufacturing machinery.
• Work overtime hours as required and be available for emergency overtime when the need arises.
• Regularly report for work on time with a desire to perform to the best of your abilities.
• Complies with all company employment policies, procedures/processes, and programs. Performs duties in compliance quality, safety, and manufacturing requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Models and exemplifies Company’s Core Values.
• Ability to work in other classifications or departments as needed.
• Communicate daily activities and potential issues with associates and supervisors.
• Collaborate with coworkers to resolve problems effectively.
• Other duties are assigned from time-to-time.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic math, reading, and writing.
• High School Diploma preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Forklift and Overhead Crane experience required.
• Apprenticeship and/or two year’s related experience preferred.