Tool & Die Maker

SUMMARY

 The Tool and Die maker is responsible for independently diagnosing tooling issues, disassembling and repairing or fabricating components, and reassembling tooling to meet blueprint specifications. This position requires a strong focus on speed and accuracy, with minimal impact on production schedules wherever possible.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Operate and maintain basic machining equipment and tools, including:
• Lathe
• Manual Mill
• Drill Press
• Grinder
• Welders
• Hand Tools
• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and models to determine materials and required fabrication processes.
• Verify and check dimensions, alignments, and clearances using precision instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauge blocks and dial indicators.
• Promote and maintain a safe work environment by identifying and communicating safety concerns.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on tooling and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot advanced tooling issues to minimize downtime and support production efficiency.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and product quality.
• Follow manufacturing best practices to ensure safety, quality, and operational excellence.
• Foster positive working relationships with cross-functional teams.
• Provide guidance, coaching and knowledge-sharing to less experienced team members.
• Apply advanced troubleshooting skills to support toolroom operations and production needs.

COMPETENCIES 

• Integrity
• Team player
• Flexibility and Adaptability

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced, high-heat, team-oriented manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills and ability to navigate internal systems (e.g., PLEX).
• Ability to read and understand quality documentation and process standards.
• Must regularly stand, walk, reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 400 pounds with mechanical assistance (barrel cart).

TECHNICAL SKILLS & ABILITIES  

• Proficient in computer use, including:
• MS Windows
• PLEX
• MS Outlook
• MS Excel
• MS Teams
• Understanding and application of common lean methodologies.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Supervisors and area Leads
• Regular and consistent attendance is essential.

SOFT SKILLS 

• Clarity of speech and writing
• Knowing when to communicate
• Open-Mindedness
• Adaptability
• Trustworthiness
• Attentiveness

PHYICAL DEMANDS

• Seated
• Standing
• Stooping
• Repetitive motion
• Lifting – and or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Reaching
• Workplace chemicals
• Other – Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to apply common sense to carry out detailed but straightforward written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division in all units of measure.
• Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages, and to interpret bar graphs

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those a team member may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Noise levels in the work environment are typically moderate although hearing protection is required.

Benefits:

• Medical - 1st of the month following hire date.
• Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, & Life Insurance
• Free ASPC Health and Wellness Clinic - located in Grand Haven
• $100 annually for safety boots
• Prescription safety glasses program
• Paid Holidays & your birthday is a paid holiday.

Automatic Spring Products Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will take the necessary steps to ensure reasonable accommodations are provided for those with disabilities throughout the application and interview process, as well as during employment.