Tools Specialist

Brightpath Associates LLC; Connecticut; In loco; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Brightpath Associates LLC in Farmington, CT seeks an experienced Tool & Die Maker with hands-on expertise in progressive tooling, die setup, troubleshooting, and production. You will support tooling maintenance, improve manufacturing processes, ensure product quality, and meet production schedules.

The role requires reading blueprints, applying ISO/ SPC knowledge, and applying Lean methods. You will collaborate with supervisors, guide teammates, and follow safety and quality standards to drive

Competenze

• Minimum 5 years hands-on tooling setup and production.
• Strong knowledge of progressive dies and metal stamping.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints.
• Familiarity with ISO quality standards and SPC.
• Understanding of Lean methodologies (Kaizen, Kanban, SMED, 5S).
• Knowledge of concurrent engineering and DFMA.

Mansioni

• Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot progressive, compound, and secondary tooling.
• Ensure tooling quality via first-piece inspections and quality submissions.
• Coordinate tooling projects with supervisors to avoid conflicts.
• Support tooling component inventory standardization.
• Meet tooling and fixture cost estimates and deadlines.
• Assist with project estimates and manufacturing improvements.
• Support metal stamping and four-slide programs.
• Identify process improvements and recommend solutions.
• Update job travelers for process or operational changes.
• Follow quality, safety, environmental, and housekeeping standards.
• Support and guide other team members when required.

Conoscenze

Progressive tooling setup

Die setup

Troubleshooting

Quality inspections

Blueprint reading

Lean manufacturing

Descrizione del lavoro

Location: Farmington, Connecticut, USA

Shifts: 1st & 2nd Shift

Job Summary

Seeking experienced Tool & Die Makers with strong hands-on experience in progressive tooling, die setup, troubleshooting, and production. The ideal candidate will support tooling maintenance, improve manufacturing processes, ensure product quality, and meet production schedules while maintaining cost and efficiency targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot progressive, compound, and secondary tooling.


• Ensure tooling quality through first-piece inspections and quality submissions.


• Coordinate tooling projects with supervisors to avoid scheduling and maintenance conflicts.


• Support tooling component inventory standardization.


• Meet tooling and fixture cost estimates and project deadlines.


• Assist with project estimates, quotations, and manufacturing improvements.


• Support metal stamping and four-slide manufacturing programs.


• Identify process improvement opportunities and recommend solutions.


• Update job travelers for process or operational changes.


• Follow company quality, safety, environmental, and housekeeping standards.


• Support and guide other team members when required.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in progressive, compound, and secondary tooling setup, troubleshooting, and production.


• Strong understanding of progressive dies and metal stamping processes.


• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints.


• Knowledge of ISO quality standards and Statistical Process Control (SPC).


• Understanding of manufacturing and quality engineering principles.


• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing methodologies, including Kaizen, Kanban, SMED, and 5S.


• Familiarity with concurrent engineering and Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA).


• Knowledge of production standards, quality costs, and manufacturing methods.


• Strong attention to detail and task-oriented work ethic.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to inspect components and read technical drawings.


• Manual dexterity to operate precision machinery.


• Ability to perform frequent bending and stooping.


• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. without assistance.