Toolmaker II

Leviton; West Jefferson (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

PTO

Paid holidays

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Leviton in the United States is seeking an experienced Toolmaker to lead the build, repair, and development of dies, tooling, and automation components. You will support production by repairing tooling at an advanced level and mentor Toolmaker I personnel.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, operating mills and CNC machines, and delivering high-quality work with minimal supervision. You will collaborate with Engineering to progress projects and ensure safe, efficient tooling

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree preferred.
• Tool and Die Journeyman preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years experience in tooling field.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Ability to use precise measuring instruments.
• Ability to communicate clearly.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office at an intermediate level.

Responsibilities

• Study blueprints and specifications to plan tool/die fabrication.
• Set up and operate mills, lathes, grinders including CNC, and other machining equipment.
• Repair cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, and gauges.
• Provide training assistance to other toolroom personnel.
• Complete assignments with quality and on schedule.

Skills

Read engineering drawings

Measure with precision tools

Clear communication

Teamwork and independence

Problem solving

Logic and reasoning

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree (technical) preferred

Tool and Die Journeyman preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

About Leviton

At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management. With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive. We recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We ASK questions, EMBRACE challenges, SEEK new perspectives, and ANTICIPATE what comes next. It's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly changing world.

About the role

Responsible for the build, repair, and development of new and existing dies, tooling, and automation components. Responsibilities include providing support to the production departments by solving and repairing existing tooling and automation on an advanced level. This role also provides support and training to Toolmaker I in a safe manner and within quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Studies blueprints, sketches, models, or specifications to plan sequences of operations for fabricating tools, dies, or assemblies
• Plans sequence of operations for fabricating components
• Sets up and operates mills, lathes, grinders, including CNC controlled, and other machining equipment
• Makes and repairs cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, and gauges
• Fits, assembles and trouble shoots dies, molds, and assembly equipment
• Takes direction from Engineering and management
• Analyzes the assignment and proceeds in a professional, timely manner until the assignment is complete
• Informs Engineering of project progress and completion
• Provides training assistance to other toolroom personnel when required
• Performs assigned Toolmaker III duties in their absence
• Completes assignments within proper quality specifications
• Works with Tool Design in tool and fixture developments
• Visualizes and computes dimensions, sizes, shapes, and tolerances of assemblies; based on specifications
• Provides input into decisions regarding problem diagnosis and resolution
• Completes assigned projects with minimal guidance
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings
• Ability to use precise measuring instruments
• Ability to communicate clearly
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to apply problem solving skills
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook at an intermediate level
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required, associate degree in technical field preferred
• Tool and Die Journeyman preferred
• Minimum of 6 years experience in tooling field

Travel

• No Travel is Anticipated

What We Offer

Comprehensive benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs
• 401K plans with employer-matching contributions
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO
• Paid holidays
• Volunteer time off

For more information about benefits, please go to: https://careers.leviton.com/benefits

Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Leviton is committed to transparency and security in the recruitment process and will never ask for financial information, payment, or government identification numbers during the application process.