Plastics Tool Room Team Member II T-F, 5am-3:30pm

At Klein Tools, curiosity powers discovery, ownership inspires excellence, and urgency means we run towards opportunities. We deliver quality and innovation in everything we do, designing and launching hundreds of groundbreaking products each year. Join us and be part of a legacy built to last. Perks for you include:

• Paid Vacations & Holidays
• Profit Sharing & Matching 401(k)
• Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, & Dental)
• Discounts on Klein Tools products
• Education and Professional Development Assistance Are you a skilled toolmaker looking for your next challenge? As a Plastics Tool Room Team Member , you'll design, build, maintain, and repair complex tooling, molds, fixtures, hot runner systems, and valve-gated technologies that keep our manufacturing operations running at peak performance. Join a team that values craftsmanship, innovation, and continuous improvement while offering opportunities to grow your skills and make a lasting impact! Installation, repair, and modification of hot runner systems, including Mold Masters, DME, Incoe, and Yudo. Installation, repair, and modifications of valve-gated systems. Operate computer and/or mechanically controlled machine tools to produce and repair precision metal tools and dies for manufacturing. Analyze blueprints, CAD/CAM/CAE models, and engineering specifications to define dimensions and features of tools, molds, gauges, and jigs/fixtures. Determine optimal tool paths for fabricating tools/forms/molds by selecting appropriate machine tools (e.g., lathes, drill presses, milling machines, grinders, boring machines, etc.) and specifying the sequence of tool operations. Manually set up/adjust machine tools and/or load instructions into CNC systems. Read and interpret blueprints, dimensions, and tolerances. Use a variety of precision measuring instruments, such as micrometers, indicators, and height gauges. Demonstrate knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. Apply design techniques, tools, and principles effectively. Utilize basic math and trigonometry in daily operations. Job Qualifications High School diploma and at least (3) years related work experience. Associates Degree or vocational certification in related Tool & Die Making field preferred. Must possess knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance and design techniques, tools, and principles Read blueprints and understand dimensions and tolerances Able to use a variety of precision measuring instruments, such as micrometers, indicators, and height gauges. Demonstrate proficiency in Basic math and trigonometry. Must be able to read, write, speak and understand basic English. Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word) as well as CAD software Ability to communicate and work as a team member. Physical Demand Requirements Occasionally required to stand, walk or sit; use hands to grasp, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers to touch, pick or pinch objects; reach with hands and arms; push or pull; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; use foot or leg controls; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds. For all jobs no one should lift over 50lbs on their own. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Your main focus:
• Quality
• Customer Obsession
• Innovation
• Ownership
• Teamwork Klein Tools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For candidates with disabilities and needing assistance, please email us at [email protected].