TOOL & DIE MAKER III

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world. Job Overview Ensures manufacturing support by providing tools and fixtures for production and evaluates the specifications of the parts and completed tools. Job Requirements • • Maintenance and repair of complex stamping tools for cutting, bending and assembly • Preparation of tools • Adjustment and start of these tools in the production process • Measurement and validation of cut products • Support for new tools • Monitoring of tool improvements in the manufacturing process • Optimization of cutting tools and processes • Ensure the availability of machines for production • Report breakdown root causes, equipment faults and concerns to management • Provide training for new recruits, • Identify and escalate any activity that has the potential to cause harm or damage • 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 What Your Background Should Look Like Educational Qualification • Technician Certificate in Mechanical Manufacturing or Mechanical Manufacturing Methods. Professional Experience • Minimum 2 years of significant experience in tool making. • Practical, hands-on approach to problem-solving. • Experience working in a production environment with demanding performance targets. • Good understanding of production costs, including waste, downtime, scrap, and rework. • Experience applying and maintaining 5S principles. Technical Knowledge & Skills • Knowledge of measurement techniques and tools. • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications. • Good understanding of manufacturing processes. • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles. • Understanding of cost implications and the financial impact of operational decisions. • Awareness of Health & Safety requirements and best practices. Behavioral Competencies • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Good communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to effectively plan and prioritize activities. • Ability to present data clearly and accurately. • Capable of working independently with minimal supervision. • Strong team-working skills and ability to collaborate in a diverse and dynamic environment. • Quick learner with a strong commitment to safe working practices. • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, procedures, and work standards. • Customer-focused mindset with a clear understanding of delivery requirements and the impact of poor quality on cost and performance. Competencies Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork