Toolmaker

Location: Eau Claire, WI

Reports To: Process Engineering Manager

Classification: Non-Exempt, Full Time

Department: Tooling

Role:

Tool Maker is responsible to operate and maintain the machine shop to support day-to-day manufacturing requirements with an emphasis on injection mold tool fabrication/maintenance. Duties include in-depth knowledge of proper operation of all machine tools, maintain proper stock of materials/tools/bits, design/document/create jigs, fixtures and tools to support production requirements. Machinist to recommend and specify new equipment and tools required to augment required capabilities.

Essential Functions:

• Set-up, operate, and maintain all manual machine tools required.
• Determine appropriate mold tool modifications and complete the machining.
• Design, document, and create tools, molds, dies, fixtures, jigs, and replacement components.
• Develop and maintain tool specifications.
• Assist in design, development, testing of tools necessary for the manufacture of product.
• Identify and request material stock, tools, and equipment to maintain shop efficiency.
• Program, setup, and operate CNC milling machine.
• Proficient with CAD and CAD-CAM program(s).
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience:

3 – 5 years demonstrated maching tool experience

Education:

2 year Associates Degree in Machine Tool

Interpersonal Skills:

The ability to understand verbal, written or visual instruction. Ability to work in a team environment. Ability to effectively communicate with their supervisor.