Toolmaker - 2nd Shift - $2,500 Sign On Bonus

Colonial Group; Portland (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Overtime available

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a Tool & Die Maker for 2nd shift to troubleshoot tooling, modify prints with engineers, and ensure production tooling readiness. You will maintain tool room organization and work with maintenance on preventive tasks.

The role requires 3+ years in Tool and Die, with CAD and MS Office familiarity. A sign-on bonus and potential overtime are available, with travel minimal.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Certified Toolmaker or 5 years experience in Tool and Die is preferred.
• Apprenticeship program completion is nice to have.
• Minimum 3 years Tool and Die maker experience required.
• Willing to learn CAD and basic office software.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot tooling problems at presses.
• Work with all employees to continuously improve quality and production.
• Work on production equipment to maintain production.
• Requisition supplies and spare parts for tool room and dies and keep areas organized.
• Maintain clean work areas.
• Work with outside tradesmen as required.
• Available for overtime as required.
• Available for training as required.
• Suggest methods of improvement (Continuous Improvement Plan).
• Interpret prints for tooling modifications, accuracy, and/or improvements.
• Work with Engineers to create and/or modify prints to reflect changes.
• Perform Preventive maintenance by assignment.
• Willing to accept other job duties from next level leader.

Skills

CAD

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Self-motivated

Self-directed

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Toolmaker or 5 years Tool & Die experience

Apprenticeship Program completion

Tools

Overhead Crane

Job description

Join our team and help build what comes next.

Sign On Bonus - This position is eligible to receive a $2,500.00 sign on bonus (paid in installments) after you have worked 180 days.

2nd Shift can make up to $45.65/hr.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Work from tool room schedule to ensure that production tooling and equipment is ready to meet customer requirements

1. Troubleshoot tooling problems at presses
2. Work with all employees to continuously improve quality and production
3. Work on production equipment when necessary to maintain production
4. Requisition supplies and spare parts for tool room and dies and keep these areas organized
5. Maintain clean work areas
6. Work with outside tradesman as required
7. Available for overtime as required
8. Available for training as required
9. Suggest methods of improvement (Continuous Improvement Plan)
10. Interpret prints for tooling modifications, accuracy, &/or improvements
11. Work with Engineers to create &/or modify prints to reflect changes
12. Perform Preventive maintenance by assignment
13. Willing to accept other additional job duties from next level leader

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Required - High School Diploma or GED
• Preferred - Certified Toolmaker or 5 years experience in Tool and Die field
• Would be nice - Apprenticeship Program completion

Experience and skill requirements:

• Minimum 3 years Tool and Die maker
• Self-motivated, self-directed and able to make and meet specific goals in the Tooling Department
• Willing to learn or possess computer skills including, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and CAD
• Willing to learn simple electronics for sensor program assistance

Language Skills:

Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language (English).

Training:

• IATF16949 / ISO14001 / toolmaker baseline training
• TQPS Continuous Improvement training
• Mistake Proofing Philosophy, Forklift Certification
• Overhead Crane Certification

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS

Plant: Experience in various types of manufacturing environments.

Travel: Minimal

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The primary job functions involve the ability to sit and work on a computer and in an office situation for extensive periods of time is required. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to talk, see, and hear. The associate must be capable of walking, sitting, and standing for extended periods of time and is able to lift frequently 35 pounds and occasionally required to lift, move, and carry up to 75 pounds.