Job Posting for Tool & Die Repair Technicians - 2nd & 3rd Shift at Flex-N-Gate
Overview
Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.
Scope of the Position
Fabricates and repairs injection molding dies, cutting tools, jigs and fixtures, gauges and hand tools
Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Tooling Manager repairs and maintains injection molds
Examines form and texture of plastic parts to detect imperfections on Class A surfaces
Dismantles dies to access and repair tools
Studies specifications such as blueprints, sketches, models or descriptions and visualizes product to determine materials required and machines to be used to fabricate plastic parts
Lifts dies with overhead cranes
Verifies dimensions, alignments and clearances
Connects writing and hydraulic lines to install electrical and hydraulic components
Examines tools and recommends design modifications regarding construction and function of the part
Knowledge of hydraulics and electrical troubleshooting
Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on injection molds
Work with production to identify issues
Repair and/or modify injection molds
Ensure all safety requirements are designed into the projects and prints
Ensures housekeeping and Health & Safety Standards are maintained
Complies with policies and procedures pertaining to facility or divisional adopted standards
Utilizes the concepts of continuous improvement and cost reduction in the execution of the job function
Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED required
5 years tooling experience minimum preferred
Journeyman's card preferred
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Shift work required
Proficient using overhead mono-rail and bridge cranes
Repairs on injection molds
Various welding techniques
Proficient using milling machine
Proficient using a Lath
Proficient in various levels of polishing to SPA1/SPA2 surfaces
Proficient in cleaning molds
Proficient in identifying and repairing tooling issues (ejector pins, vents, etc.)
Tier 1 automotive preferred
Should know how to read blueprint and specifications with knowledge
Strong root cause analysis experience desired
Measurement equipment including but not limited to CMM, micrometer, Calipers, vision systems experience
Stand for a minimum of 8 hours per shift
Lift 20 pounds with arms and hands
Benefits
• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement• Paid holidays and vacation timeWhat do our employees have to say?“It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.”“Lots of growth opportunity.”“The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.”Not just a job—a great place to work!Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.
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