Tool Technician

Westlake Pipe & Fittings; Shelby Township (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement opportunities

Entrepreneurial work environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Westlake Pipe & Fittings in Shelby Township is seeking a dedicated professional for a midnight shift role focused on repairing and maintaining molds. The ideal candidate will support production by ensuring tools are safe and operational.

Responsibilities include changing components of molds, operating machinery, and adhering to safety standards. Candidates should have a minimum high school diploma, strong mechanical aptitude, and at least two years of manufacturing experience.

Join a company committed to enriching lives and community engagement. An entrepreneurial environment awaits!

Qualifications

• Minimum two years experience in tool room or metal/plastics manufacturing.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Understanding of safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain molds for production.
• Lubricate and maintain tooling components.
• Operate overhead cranes and lift trucks as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Knowledge of plastic injection molds

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates degree or technical training

Tools

Bridgeport

Lathe

Grinder

Horizontal mills

Job description

SHIFT - MIDNIGHTS Monday - Friday 11:00pm - 7:00am

Repair, maintain, and set up molds so they are available for production.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Changing components of family molds to facilitate production of different products.
• Repairing, cleaning and inspection of molds.
• Lubricate and maintain internal and external components of tooling.
• Proper use of Bridgeport, lathe, grinder, and other machinery.
• Operate overhead cranes and lift trucks to transport and move dies and molds.
• Proper use of various hand tools, power tools, lifts, gages, etc. in the repair and maintenance of tools.
• Maintain the tool room to provide a safe and hazard free environment.
• Comply with all policies contained in the Employee Handbook.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualification & Skill Requirements

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent. Associates degree or technical training in related fields such as engineering, metalworking, mold design, etc. a plus.
• Minimum two years experience working in tool room, metal or plastics manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Knowledge of part and mold complexities.
• Knowledge of plastic injection molds.
• Knowledge of proper use of horizontal mills, lathes, grinders and cut off saw.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Understanding of and commitment to safe working practices and must pass company safety training and licensing as required.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision in a fast paced environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be physically able to perform all tasks and duties as described throughout this job description; ability to bend, stoop and carry heavy objects weighing up to 40 pounds. Sufficiently mobile to function in a shop floor environment that includes the ability to crawl, kneel, lift, pull, sit, stand and walk for shifts working up to 12 hours. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.