Tool and Die Technician

The Tool & Die Technician at Metalsa ensures the seamless operation and maintenance of tooling and die systems. Candidates must have substantial experience and a deep understanding of tooling processes to join #TeamMetalsa.

Key Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain, develop, and build dies.
• Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing of component and frame assembly drawings.
• Address and correct quality concerns in tooling stage operations.
• Implement customer changes (e.g., engineering changes).
• Make tooling repairs due to bad hits, double hits, and bad setups.
• Changeover tooling to produce different parts and spot tools for proper metal fits.
• Use circle grid analysis to reduce material stretch and eliminate breakage.
• Maintain tooling nitrogen systems, preventative maintenance schedules, and spare parts inventory.
• Identify tool steels and perform necessary heat treatments.
• Study and maintain die transfer systems, blank feeders, unloaders, and power feeds.
• Understand hydraulic and pneumatic systems for proper locating and clamping.
• Safely operate all powered hand toolsand moving equipment (including forklifts and cranes).

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of three years as a journeyman tooling technician /tool & die, preferably in automotive.
• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of die stamping processes, welding tool steels for repairs, and proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Certifications: Lockout/Tagout training.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: Opportunities for overtime and double-time pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, personal time, and holidays.
• Disability Coverage: Paid short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Financial Accounts: Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).
• Retirement: 401(k) company matching.
• Education: Tuition reimbursement program and advancement opportunities.
• Perks: Exclusive discounts.

Join #TeamMetalsa, where your skills and dedication pave the way for a fulfilling career filled with growth, innovation, and significant contributions to a dynamic environment.
All employees are responsible for understanding and complying with applicable policies, procedures, and internal controls; executing assigned control activities; maintaining appropriate supporting evidence; and promptly reporting any identified deviation, risk, or control deficiency to the direct leader.