Waterjet Buck & Tooling Maintenance Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Waterjet Buck & Tooling Maintenance Operator

Do you thrive on keeping production flowing? Imagine stepping up to the Polybond line to swap in a new set of form tools, then moving to Thermobond to prep the next changeover—fast, precise, and safe. You clean and stage form tools and waterjet bucks, verify tool-change equipment is in top shape, and coordinate loading and unloading so everything arrives exactly where it’s needed. When special projects pop up, you jump in—and you’re ready for additional tasks your supervisor assigns because you own the outcome.

Your Impact

• Perform changeovers of form tools on Polybond and Thermobond lines with minimal downtime
• Clean, organize, and stage tools and waterjet bucks for repeatable, high-quality results
• Inspect, maintain, and improve tool-change equipment performance
• Handle loading/unloading of tools and equipment safely and efficiently
• Support special initiatives and other duties as directed by your supervisor

Skills and Experience

• Proven ownership, accountability, and the ability to work independently
• Driven, results-oriented, and willing to go the extra mile with a strong work ethic
• High sense of urgency and responsiveness
• Current HI Lo license—or the ability to secure one promptly
• Basic computer skills
• Excellent housekeeping aligned to 5S standards
• Completed lockout training with no violations
• Comfortable working required hours, including daily and weekend overtime
• Commitment to remain in this role for at least 6 months before pursuing other hourly production roles
• Demonstrated proficiency in tool/die/mold repair and setup

How You Show Up (Behavioral Competencies)

• Integrity: Unshakable ethics; wins trust; puts the organization ahead of self
• Energy/Drive: High energy; inspires others; delivers results; celebrates team success; a true can-do attitude
• Customer Focus: Tracks satisfaction; builds partner relationships; remains visible and accessible to customers, suppliers, and communities
• Change Leadership: Embraces change; communicates needs during transitions; actively creates and energizes positive change; leads by example
• Assertiveness: Takes a firm, respectful stand; challenges ideas with tact
• Execution: Tackles tough tasks and hits stretch goals that advance the organization
• Teamwork: Encourages cooperation, collaboration, and a team-first mindset
• Interpersonal Communication: Interacts respectfully; shares information openly in every direction
• Problem-Solving/Decision-Making: Works within and across teams to resolve issues
• Personal Development: Learns continuously and seeks feedback to grow
• Innovation: Takes initiative; supports risk-taking in service of continuous improvement
• Flexibility: Welcomes change and clearly communicates needs during shifts

Legal and Accommodations

The following applies to this role:

• Must be capable of physically performing all essential job functions with reasonable accommodations