Tooling Support Consultant

Amada America, Inc.; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Amada America, Inc. is seeking a tooling professional to develop tooling solutions by analyzing customer requirements and collaborating with Tooling Sales and Design Engineers. You will read blueprints and use CAD software to specify tooling, then expedite purchases through SAP and VIA2.

You will work with Engineers to develop custom tooling for punching and bending applications. The role emphasizes problem solving, communication of technical data, and teamwork to deliver accurate tooling

Qualifications

• College degree preferable; minimum High School Diploma plus vocational diploma required.
• Must read and analyze blueprints and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Pro-E or similar CAD applications is preferable.
• Solid understanding of computer systems and applications (Windows, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong ability to diagnose problems and work independently to resolve issues.
• Ability to express complex technical concepts clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong mathematical skills are required.
• Must be able to speak and write clearly; bilingual (Spanish and English) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide tooling solutions and recommendations by analyzing requirements, specifications, and conditions.
• Evaluate application drawings using CAD software.
• Assist customers with tooling issues and provide technical support.
• Work with Engineers to develop custom tooling for specific applications.
• Promote and improve knowledge of Amada tooling products through training.
• Utilize resources to promote tooling products and determine the best solution for each situation.
• Document communications with customers and engineers in the internal system.
• Maintain relationships with customers by communicating technical data accurately.

Skills

Blueprint analysis

Problem solving

Technical communication

Windows suite

Mathematics

Reading/writing in English

Education

High School diploma + vocational diploma

College degree preferable

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Pro-E / CAD

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Develop tooling solutions by carefully analyzing customers’ tooling requirements and conditions working closely with Tooling Sales and Tooling Design Engineers. Read and analyze blue prints and technical drawings to assist customers with punching and bending applications. Utilize CAD software to access and evaluate customer files in the process of specifying tooling. Once proper tooling has been specified, utilize SAP and VIA2 to expedite customer purchase.

PAY RATE

$20.00

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide tooling solutions and recommendations to customers by carefully analyzing requirements, specifications, and conditions.
• Perform thorough evaluation of application drawings (blue prints) by utilizing applicable CAD software.
• Assist customers in solving tooling issues: Provide technical support on tooling products and applications. Resolve tooling manufacturing / design issues. Troubleshoot tooling configuration and operation problems and present optimal tooling solutions.
• Work closely with a team of Engineers to develop custom Tooling Solutions geared towards specific applications. Provide detailed technical and product design specifications and requirements.
• Continuously promote and improve knowledge of Amada's tooling products, sales and technical skills through participation in departmental training programs and meetings.
• Effectively utilize all available resources to promote and support Amada's Tooling Products, and determine the most accurate resource to use in any given situation.
• Document and record communication details with customers, design/manufacturing engineers and sales engineers such as products desired, key issues and concerns addressed, solutions provided and etc within internal system.
• Establish and maintain relationships with customers by effectively communication technical data in an accurate manner with tact and courtesy.
• Partner proactively with Tooling Sales Engineers to determine customers’ tooling needs and to provide application solutions.
• Expedite orders, quotations and related requests from customers and Tooling Sales Engineers received via telephone.

QUALIFICATIONS

• College degree preferable. A minimum of High School Diploma plus vocation diploma is required.
• Must be able to read and analyze blue prints and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Pro-E, or similar CAD applications is preferable.
• Solid understanding and skills of computer systems and applications (Windows, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong ability to diagnose problems and work independently to resolve issues.
• Ability to express complex technical concepts effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong Mathematical Skills are required.
• Must be able to speak and write clearly. Bilingual preferred (Spanish and English).

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

Tooling Support Manager

SUBORDINATE STAFF

None

TRAVEL

Very little travel.

WORKING CONDITIONS

LIFTING: Average Weight: 50 lb. Frequency: Daily

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