Toolmaker BU

Volvo Group; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 45,244 - 64,439; Full time

Job summary

Volvo Group in Maryland is seeking a skilled Toolmaker to construct, alter and repair tools, dies, jigs, fixtures and gauges. You will set up and program CNC mills and lathes with live tooling, use Esprit CAD/CAM, and maintain precise measurements to ensure parts conform to prints.

You must read blueprints, apply Lean principles, and collaborate with a maintenance team to troubleshoot and repair machinery. Journeyman card or equivalent experience is required, along with strong math skills.

Qualifications

• Read blueprints and interpret prints to guide tooling projects.
• 8 years of toolmaking experience or documented apprenticeship.
• UAW Journeyman card or equivalent experience required.

Responsibilities

• Construct, alter and repair tools, dies, jigs, fixtures and gauges.
• Set up, program, and operate CNC mills and lathes with live tooling.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues and repair parts as needed.
• Read prints, document work, and maintain clean, safe shop area.

Skills

Blueprints

CNC programming

Esprit

Lean manufacturing

Math skills

CAD/CAM

Education

Journeyman card or apprenticeship

Tools

Esprit

CAD/CAM

MS Office

Job description

Summary

The candidate will be responsible to construct, alter and repair tools, dies, jigs, fixtures and gages. Must maintain good attendance, follow and maintain safety procedures and protocol.

Core Responsibilities

• Must be able to work independently or under direction of Shop Manager.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues and machine, replace or repair parts as required.
• Set up, program, and operate all Toolroom machinery including but not limited to CNC Mills and Lathe with Live Tooling, all manual mills, lathes and grinders.
• Program CNC equipment utilizing Esprit software.
• Work within a Team mindset alongside a Team of Skilled Toolmakers.
• Knowledge of and ability to use precision measuring instruments and gages to verify machined components are within specifications.
• Keep required documentation as directed by Manager.
• Always keep work area and equipment clean and orderly.
• Follow general shop etiquette—indicate vices, tramming heads, etc.
• Work with other crafts within the maintenance team and production department to troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning machinery and equipment.
• Follow all standard shop safety practices and wear required PPE as mandated.
• The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Requirements / Preferred Skills

• Must be able to process parts from print to completion utilizing all Toolroom machinery.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Working knowledge of machinery and different machine systems.
• Working knowledge of computers, Cad/Cam, and Microsoft applications.
• Must be able to apply Lean principles to shop environment.
• Strong mathematical skills.
• Must have a UAW Journeyman’s card or documented experience as a Toolmaker to obtain a Journeyman’s card. Must consist of 8 years of documented previous experience or documented combination of work experience and training equal to a bona fide apprenticeship program.

At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company's growth. The current starting pay rate for this role is $39.81/hour. Pay progression and future increases will be governed by the collective bargaining agreement.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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