Tooling Technician IV at IWUSA INC

Mount Laurel Township, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jun, 26

Salary

40.0

Posted On

11 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mold Maintenance, Tool Repair, Machining, Surface Grinder Operation, Lathe Operation, Bridgeport Milling Machine Operation, Troubleshooting, Tooling Vendor Interaction, Documentation, Inventory Management, Continuous Improvement, Forklift Operation, Measurement Tools, Microsoft Office, Algebra, Geometry

Industry

Plastics Manufacturing

Description

Description Since 1904, Nelson Miller Group (NMG) has been a leading global provider of custom solutions, partnering with organizations across industrial, IoT, lighting, medical, telecommunications, consumer, and aerospace and defense sectors. We bring complex products to life by solving intricate challenges in engineering design, manufacturing, and supply chain management. Our expertise spans Human-Machine Interface (HMI) solutions, value-added distribution, plastics, membrane switches, overlays, touch panels, electronics, metals, and cables. Our century-long legacy is built on a deep commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and unwavering customer satisfaction. These principles drive everything we do Responsibilities: The individual in this role must be able to work independently and be a self-starter. The Tooling Technician is responsible for performing all relevant duties to provide production-ready molds and tooling to machine work cells in a safe and timely manner. Works from schedule, oral and written instructions. View and or read and fully understand all training devices as they are made available. Accurately and efficiently cleans, maintains and stores existing molds in a safe and orderly manner. Changes configurations of molds as required by the daily production schedule. Inspects and trouble-shoots molds, in conjunction with processing personnel, to determine any necessary modifications, repairs, or potential improvements. Supports the Tooling, Maintenance, and Production Departments by performing basic machining services as needed in repairing or modifying molds, jigs, fixtures, equipment, etc., using the in-house Surface Grinder, Lathe, and Bridgeport Milling Machine. Interacts/communicates with tooling vendors, both locally and globally, providing valuable input of required information or concerns involved in new or existing tooling projects. Documents and updates tooling related records of all mold maintenance, modifications, repairs, and continuous improvements in Company database, as well as, Changeover and Spare Components Inventory lists located in the tooling cabinets to minimize downtime on off shifts. Manages inventory of tool cleaning supplies, spare components, and tools needed to perform daily tasks in a timely manner without unnecessary downtime. Works with the Tooling Manager to document and implement an electronic system of changeover instructions, and assembly/disassembly instructions of complex tooling to share with off shifts and new personnel. Provides training to shop floor personnel in regards to proper care and maintenance of tooling under the care of Injection Works. Responsible to propose a minimum of 3 continuous improvement ideas benefitting the department, company, or safety of employees per year. Participates in training seminars/webinars to expand personal knowledge of best practices and skills to better support our customers and care of their property. Responsible for safety and maintenance of all Company and customer assets. Reports any unsafe action or equipment to management. Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. Requirements Requirements Education: Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent. Experience: Minimum of eight (8) years [TW1] of molding or manufacturing experience in a tooling technician or similar role Other Skills & Abilities: Must maintain valid forklift driver's license. Must possess the ability to read measurement tools, micrometers, dial calipers, etc. Must have a working knowledge of shop equipment including, but not limited to, surface grinder, Bridgeport mill, Lathe, & sandblast cabinet. Must possess a working knowledge of Microsoft Office products to properly document specific duties in the Tooling Department. Must be able to speak, read, and write in English to properly document and convey tooling related issues to management and outside vendors as needed. Must be able to document the condition of tooling at the Incoming Inspection phase, PM’s, tool damage evaluations, & repairs. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Ability to identify and solve practical problems dealing with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and or move up to25 lbs., frequently lift or move up to 50 lbs., and occasionally lift or move up to 100lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. · While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is exposed to humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Due to ITAR and / or CUI compliance, this position requires candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident Alien, or Protected Individual per 8 U.S.C.1324b(a)(3). Candidates being considered for hire must pass a pre-employment background check. Compensation and Benefits: Pay Range: $33.00 - $40.00 per hour (Pay to be determined by the experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the candidate, and alignment with market data). Benefits Offered: Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage; company-paid basic life/AD&D insurance, voluntary supplemental insurances, flexible spending accounts and employee assistance program (EAP). Sick Leave, Vacation Time, and company-paid Holidays are provided as paid time off. New England Keyboard also provides a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan option with a safe harbor non-elective company contribution. Nelson Miller Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Responsibilities

The Tooling Technician is responsible for performing duties to ensure production-ready molds and tooling are available to machine work cells safely and on time. This includes cleaning, maintaining, inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing existing molds, as well as supporting machining services for related equipment.