Progressive Die Toolmaker, Stamping Operations

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Connecticut (CT) — onsite. Full-time employment requires relocation to Connecticut.

Support provided: TRAVEL, HOUSING, MEAL STIPEND and RELOCATION expenses based on candidate's home location.

Shifts: 1st & 2nd shift positions

Hiring incentive: $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Job Number: 51-4111.00

Departments: Automatic Power Press (APP), New Tools, Secondary Power Press (SECPP), Fourslide

Reporting Structure (varies by department):

• New Tools: Director of Engineering / Department Supervisor
• APP: Department Supervisor / Assistant Supervisor / Senior Tool & Diemaker / Technical Lead
• SECPP: Department Supervisor / Assistant Supervisor / Technical Lead
• Fourslide: Department Supervisor / Assistant Supervisor / Senior Tool & Diemaker / Technical Lead

A day in the life

You start the shift on the production floor, checking progressive dies scheduled to run. You service tools in-press, verify pre-run maintenance, and collaborate with set-up associates so each job hits rate and quality the first time. Between runs, you fabricate components, fixtures, and gauges, update tool histories and set-up notes, and flag any needed machine or tooling maintenance. When a new die is ready, you partner with a Senior Tool & Diemaker to bring it online, refining it for quality, cost, and lead time improvements that benefit CSS customers.

Primary objective

Enable smooth operations by maintaining and implementing tooling and machine maintenance systems that support production schedules while driving continuous improvements in quality, cost, and lead time for CSS customers.

Key responsibilities

• Service production tools in the press; perform thorough pre-run maintenance to ensure production readiness.
• Fabricate tools, tooling components, fixtures, and gauges as directed by the area supervisor or Senior Tool & Diemaker.
• Assist with apprentice training and follow established processes to document Tool History and Set-up information.
• Alert the Supervisor to required Machine Maintenance and Tool Maintenance on production tooling.
• Collaborate with a Senior Tool & Diemaker to introduce new tools into production areas.
• Help standardize tooling component inventory; assist as requested on the development and execution of tooling projects.
• Support department set-up associates in resolving set-up and in-run tooling issues.
• Support company Managers as requested on all Metal Stamping and Fourslide projects.
• Alert Supervisor on updates and corrections needed on job travelers for operation changes/additions.

Department goal

• Meet quoted/job estimates for Service-Set-up and Production Rate on all tooling.

Other expectations

• Adhere to company policies, environmental and safety standards, and maintain strong housekeeping practices.
• Contribute to Lean initiatives and project implementation.
• Provide assistance and instruction to other personnel as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Maintain reliable attendance; attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Work overtime when business needs require it.

Qualifications Education

Experience

• Journeyman certificate or 5 years equivalent experience.
• Hands-on skills in component/tooling fabrication, troubleshooting, repair, and set-up.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and apply GD&T in production manufacturing.
• Safe operation of forklifts, pallet jacks, overhead cranes, and similar equipment to handle tools and loads.
• Progressive stamping background with practical, shop-floor experience (required).
• Working knowledge of ISO quality standards and use of SPC in a production environment.
• Familiarity with Medical and Aerospace environments (ISO 13485 & AS9100).
• Understanding of Manufacturing Engineering and Quality Engineering; knowledge of Lean (Kaizen, Kanban, SMED, 5S).
• Knowledge of concurrent engineering and design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA).
• Experience with production standards, cost of quality, and manufacturing methods.
• Self-starter with a strong work ethic and production orientation.

Physical requirements

• Corrected visual acuity to read directions/prints and closely inspect parts to specification.
• Manual dexterity to operate machinery for precision work.
• Ability to frequently stoop and bend.
• Capability to lift and move objects vertically and horizontally between positions.
• Lift up to 35 lbs unassisted.

This overview outlines the principal functions of the role and is not an exhaustive listing of all duties that may be required.

You should be proficient in:

• GD&T
• Troubleshooting Skills
• Metal Stamping & Forming (Progressive Die)
• Press Set Up
• Progressive tool maintenance
• WINTRESS Controls