MANUFACTURING TOOLS SPECIALIST

MANUFACTURING TOOLS SPECIALIST

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• Location 5520 Colby Lake Rd, Hoyt Lakes, MN, 55750, United States

• Base Pay $24.00 - $30.00 / Hour

• Employee Type NonExempt

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Manufacturing & Tool specialist is responsible for ensuring all tools/molds are prepped for production as scheduled. They will make repairs or recommend tools for outside service/repair. The Specialist will perform daily inspections of tools/molds to determine if any rework is needed. The Specialist will train and work with secondary operators to assure production efficiency. They will work with process engineering on continuous improvement.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Tool Preparation/Maintenance and Inspections

• Tool Identification and location

• Tool Set up.

• Coordinate Tool Manufacturers

• Training of Operators/Finishers

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure tools/molds are pulled, prepped and in good condition ready for production

• Set up of tools on the machine (at machine, mold released, breather tube, books, inserts)

• Assure efficient tool changeovers

• Tool Inspection when it comes off the machine

• Work with Engineering and maintenance, when necessary, in repairing tools/molds

• Perform daily tool/mold inspections to assure they are in good/working condition

• Inspect scrap parts daily and fix if possible

• Sampling of new projects and R&D, molding, finishing, fixtures, and work instructions

• Assist in fixture design and request desired tool and fixture changes

• Train and mentor, all operators and finishers to ensure assembly/finishing rates are achieved

• Evaluate and work with Process Engineering and Supervisors on Continuous Improvement of the molding and secondary processes. Support continuous improvement initiatives

• Review work instructions to ensure appropriate updates are marked up

• Provide support to production based upon experience and knowledge

• Maintain safety requirements, support company safety policies

• Follow, support, and meet all company core values

• Promote a positive and productive working environment

• Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Experienced with rotational molding and assembly/Secondary processes and equipment.

• Good people skills

• Experienced in the production part processes and set ups.

• Familiar with Blueprint reading

• Good organizational skills, self-motivated, flexible, and able to prioritize.

• Additional skills as deemed necessary.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Technical school degree, or equivalent experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work is performed in a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In an average hour work day, this job requires: (Check full capacity for each activity).

• Number of hours (1-8)

o Sit: 0 Hours

o Stand: 4 Hours

o Walk: 4 Hours

On the job you (Not at all=0%, Occasionally= 1%-33%, Frequently= 34%-66%, Continuously= 67%-100%):

• Bend/Stoop/Squat: Frequently

• Climb Heights/Ladder: Occasionally

• Reach above shoulder level: Occasionally

• Kneel/Crouch/Crawl: Frequently

• Balance: Continuously

• Push/Pull/Twist: Continuously

On the job you lift/carry (Not at all=0%, Occasionally= 1%-33%, Frequently= 34%-66%, Continuously= 67%-100%):

• Up to 10 lbs: Frequently

• 11-24 lbs: Frequently

• 25-34 lbs: Frequently

• 35-50 lbs: Frequently

• Over 50 lbs: Frequently

This job requires:

• Working on unprotected heights: Yes

• Being around moving equipment: Yes, on the manufacturing floor

• Exposure to marked changes in temperature or humidity: Yes, on the manufacturing floor

• Exposure to dust, fumes and gases: Yes, on the manufacturing floor

• Working in restricted spaces: No

• Exposure to elevated noise levels for extended periods of time: Yes, on the manufacturing floor

• Exposure to cleaning chemicals: No

• Operation of equipment and/or machinery: Yes

• Use of hands for repetitive action: Yes

Summary

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Manufacturing & Tool specialist is responsible for ensuring all tools/molds are prepped for production as scheduled. They will make repairs or recommend tools for outside service/repair. The Specialist will perform daily inspections of tools/molds to determine if any rework is needed. The Specialist will train and work with secondary operators to assure production efficiency. They will work with process engineering on continuous improvement.