Level 3 Tool & Die Technician - 3rd Shift

Level 3 Tool & Die Technician - 3rd ShiftHamptonville, North CarolinaCompensation: $35-45/HrJob Summary:Responsible for repair and maintenance of blanking, trimming and form dies (auto and hand-transfer) in metals manufacturing operations. Level 3 Tool & Die Technician requires demonstrated knowledge and skillset of all tasks associated with tooling support and repair and ability to perform all tasks independently. Proven experience and journeyman certification required for this position (including tool maker, die maker, mold maker)Duties and Responsibilities:Ensures safety for self and others in the die repair areaWorks independently for stamping press corrections and troubleshootingPerforms accurate identification of upstream processes and tooling related issues affecting productionRefresh, repair and correct tooling issues using full understanding of materials and componentsUses experience and judgment regarding press timing and out of press corrections or repairsPerforms adjustments to dies as required to support production operations uptimeBuilds and repairs dies to operations needsReports problems pertaining to dies proactively to leadershipWorks with Machine Operators to resolve any issues with dies and press processingMaintains housekeeping and standards of organization to maintain safety and workplace organizationServe as an active participant in programs that promote continuous improvementAdheres to all company and location policies and safety rulesAble to work extended hours when requiredAll other duties as assignedEducation, Experience, Skills and Abilities Required for Consideration as a Candidate:High School graduate or equivalentProven experience and journeyman certification required for this position (including tool maker, die maker, mold maker)3 years' experience as a Certified Journeyman Tool / Die Maker / RepairFull understanding of form, trim and process corrections to improve production conditionsDemonstrated competency of all skills necessary for tooling and support tasks3 years' experience with various machining equipmentWelding experience preferred but not requiredPhysical Requirements of this Position:In an average workday, the employee primarily performs: (Check one)Sedentary Work: Lifting 10 lbs. Maximum and occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as computers and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Repetitive motion of hand and finger movement to manually input data using a keyboard or to assemble parts may be required for up to eight hours a day. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and other sedentary criteria are met.Visual Acuity Requirements of this position including color, depth perception and field of vision (Check one)Close Vision: Clear vision at 20" or less.Distance Vision: Clear vision at 20' or more.Peripheral Vision: Ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point.Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships.Ability to Adjust Focus: Ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus.No special vision requirements.Select the level of noise that is typical in the work environment for this job: (Check one)Quiet conditions: (Examples: private office)Moderate noise: (Examples: business office with computer printers, light traffic, test and clean room environments)Loud noise: (Examples: normal manufacturing conditions, fork truck and maintenance departments)Very loud noise: (Examples: jack hammer work and areas that exceed 85dB)Work Environment:How much exposure to the following environmental conditions does this job require?Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)Work near moving mechanical partsWork in high, precarious placesFumes or airborne particlesToxic or caustic chemicalsOutdoor weather conditionsExtreme cold (non-weather)Extreme heat (non-weather)Risk of electrical shockWork with explosivesRisk of radiationVibrationWork/job-related travelAdditional physical requirements and/or environmental conditions not mentioned above: N/A