Tool Room Technician - CAV

Essential Functions

Possesses working knowledge of hand tools and machinery; Possesses working knowledge of injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment; Performs die setting functions; Operates and maintains tool room equipment and machinery; Troubleshoots and repairs molds/tools/fixtures/hydraulic cylinders as directed, to maximize efficiency and quality of production; Possesses working knowledge of basic electrical wiring; Maintains required inventories to support department functions; Participates and drives cost reduction initiatives; See, reads and follows all ISO procedures, and completes departmental paperwork, sheets, and logs; Maintains a safe, clean, and professional working environment; Fosters a cooperative, productive, and team oriented environment; Follows and adheres to lock out/tag out program; Maintains good attendance, flexibility in job assignments, adaptable to changing business needs, and continually learns and applies new skills; Meets minimum physical/mental demands with or without reasonable accommodation; Complies with all company policies and procedures; Trains others on knowledge and skills mastered; Other duties as assigned.

General Duties / Responsibilities / Mental Demands: Operate Equipment: Able to operate hand and motorized lift devices, fork truck, hand, and power tools; operate machine tools, cranes, meters, CNC, and welding devices. Administrative: See, read, and follow departmental procedures in accordance with specific documentation and ISO procedure; complete and maintain general forms, reports, logs, and charting; read and work with blueprints; understand procurement procedures.

Quality: Paperwork accuracy; follow work instructions; recognize tool/mold/fixture problems and report to supervisor Productivity: Meet established performance standards; drive problem solving activities and cost reductions via tool/mold repairs and troubleshooting; keep department equipment running efficiently and on schedule; analyze, identify, and solve mold repair issues; assemble and disassemble molds, fixtures, stones, and polishes; sharpen tools and other equipment repairs as assigned.

Health/Safety: Follow safety rules, guidelines, and training given; cleanliness of workstation/housekeeping; maintain good personal hygiene; wear all required and appropriate PPE; recognize hazards and report or fix; participate in safety initiatives; report all accidents/injuries/near misses immediately; practice safe work habits.

Teamwork/Flexibility: Available for OT; interact with co-workers professionally; contribute to a positive work environment; adapt to job/business demands; learn and apply new skills; support co-workers and company initiatives; rotate between jobs/departments as needed. Train other on knowledge and skills mastered. Set Up: Assist in area/work station/workbench/press set up as needed; help find efficient and effective methods; set up department equipment and ensure operating properly.

Other: Routine safety, PM, and other inspections. Pre-Requisites/Minimum Qualifications: Associates degree or certificate from a two-year college or technical school; strong math and mechanical aptitude; ability to operate safely all machinist tools, equipment, and hand tools in the department.