Toolmaker

Job Posting Title

Toolmaker

Job Description Summary

Responsible for the repair, maintenance and improvement to all tooling dies, jigs, fixtures and fittings for press tools, CNC equipment in line with production and customer requirements to support business objectives. Support new tooling for new product introductions to ensure the robustness of product builds.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities: General and Task Management

Repair and maintain press tools, die repairs

Routine servicing and regrinding of tools

Attend breakdowns, identify fault and problem solve at the press with minimal downtime to aid production

Evaluate each job and determine if it can be repaired in press or must be removed to Tool Room for essential maintenance and repair work

Estimate length of time required to complete a job and likely consequences of failure to complete work within required timescales

Identify and escalate any activity that has the potential to cause harm or damage

Report breakdown root causes, equipment faults and concerns to management.

Required Skills and Education

Knowledge of measurement

Understanding of engineering drawings

Understanding manufacturing processes

Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment

Planning and prioritizing activities

Good communication and interpersonal skills

About Dauch:

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.