Tool & Die Maker

Tool & Die MakerFull-TimeTechnicalMenomonee Falls, WI, USSalary Range: $28.00 To $38.00 HourlyToolmakerReich Tool & Design, a Menomonee Falls based, family-owned and operated Tool and Die manufacturer for 60 years is looking for an experienced Tool & Die Maker. The qualified candidate would report to the Tool & Die Supervisor. Reich Tool and Design is a true job shop, very clean with a great team culture.Under the direction of the Toolmaker Supervisor, the Toolmaker is responsible for the coordination of projects on the shop floor; to build or repair most types and sizes of metal stamping dies, prototypes, jigs and fixtures including development, tryout and debug of tools and dies.This is an 8-hour, in-person, first shift position Monday - Friday with possible overtime based on Company needs. Expected hours are 40 per week.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Study, plan and coordinate projects with general supervision.
• Work with CNC, Wire, Waterjet and Inspection to coordinate workflow.
• Ability to provide solutions during jobs kick-offs and leadership on jobs.
• Capable of reviewing job details (before and during) to prevent errors; good decision maker; must frequently improvise.
• Coordinate and run multiple jobs.
• Perform part development, die tryout, die debug and tuning.
• Ability to run all tool room machines.
• Strong performance in processing materials through the department, considering departmental workloads.
• Coordinate subcontracting and heat treating.
• Assume responsibility for dimensional accuracy and quality workmanship.
• Ability to develop blanks to print with general supervision.
• Strong assembly skills; set-up and run tryout presses and feed lines.
• Lead and teach support personnel in the tool & die department.
• Perform inspection on first piece, in process, purchased part and finished material and products, ensuring conformance to specifications.
• Re-route product for rework.
• Update design changes on CAD and submit to design department.
• Update all required paperwork and documentation.
• Provide leadership in debriefing meetings; giving candid feedback.
• Participate in self-directed work teams to address and resolve quality problems and to ensure the continuous, on-going improvement of processes and methods.

• Assist in development and implementation of procedures and controls to promote efficient lean operations of the organization and ensure the groups follow those procedures and controls.

• Able to work overtime when requested to meet the needs of customer timelines.
• Comply with all quality, safety and sanitation regulations.

• Support the company's quality policy, ISO 9001-2015, ISO 13485, 5S practices, LEAN and world class manufacturing initiatives.
• Commits to the corporate goals, mission, and vision.

• Regular physical attendance is required.
• Travel, as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications Necessary:

• High school education or GED.
• Knowledge of metallurgy, GD & T, metrology and ability to read blueprints.
• Minimum 5-year apprenticeship and five years of practical experience.
• Ability to build metal stamping dies, fixtures and prototypes.
• Prior project management type experience in leading jobs demonstrating leadership skills.
• Knowledge of industry software CAD/CAM.
• Intermediate use of Microsoft software and computers in general.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Preferred Requirements/Qualifications:

• Prior experience working with automotive, aerospace and medical industries.
• Prior machining or CNC operation a plus along with a Journey card.
• Prior manufacturing experience in a job shop.

Post offer drug screen and background check required.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:

• 401(k) with a match
• Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program

Equal Opportunity Employer

• All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, equal pay, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status.