Tool Maker

In this position you will perform all processes required to make/repair/recondition, production and development tooling; make tooling and fixtures to print specifications using hand tools, precision measuring tools and gages, lathes, milling machines, and grinders (cutter, surface, cylindrical, radial, axial) both manual or CNC and EDM machine.Starting Wage from $27-32/hour

• Ability to read and understand blue prints, control plans, routers, job instructions and measurement tools.
• Maintain flexibility to be able to move from work area to work area in order to meet the delivery expectations of the customers and the productivity goals for the plant. Able to work efficiently to establish standards without constant supervision.
• Promotes cooperation and "team oriented" work environment at all times under the direction of the leadership team.
• Creates/maintains a safe work environment and practices safety for himself and others at all times and attends appropriate training seminars.
• Must maintain a clean and well-organized work environment and support our 5S program.
• Proficient in use of lathes, mills, grinders, or EDM - Proficient in furnace and flame heat treating.
• Makes tooling and fixturing per print. - Team with Production and Engineering employees in problem solving.
• Works with maintenance and production to build and modify tooling and machine parts with and without prints
• Generate prints, for engineering updates and design
• Maintains the toolroom, facility, equipment, and tooling in an organized safe and clean condition reflecting plant 5S values.
• Work with maintenance and production leaders to establish task selection and priority
• Work safely at all times and attend appropriate safety training seminars

Position Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Minimum of four years' experience Tool & Die and/or Trade school Machinist
• Ability to communicate verbally and understand written instructions
• Ability to perform basic mathematics
• Understands and can explain the 8 types of Waste and 10 Lean Principles
• Knowledge of basic computer skills

Additional Requirements and Skills:

• One year experience utilizing and understanding Total Productive MFG. (TPM) philosophy
• One year experience Advanced software experience to run programs such as AutoCAD
• Associate degree or technical certifications in Tool & Die, Machining or other related fields
• Must have basic computer skills (Word-Excel-Notepad) to operate software utilized for our maintenance management (Mainsaver)

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder's mindset "action speaks louder than words", we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.