Tooling Associate
$50,669–$50,669 year
On-siteMineral Wells, West Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Perform minor and major changeovers on thermoforming and related production equipment, installing, removing, and maintaining molds, inserts, trim tools, and other tooling required for product changeovers. Set up production equipment to establish first-run parts meeting quality standards, then complete changeover documentation to coordinate with Quality and Production for release. Troubleshoot tooling and equipment issues, performing routine repairs and preventative maintenance while assisting Maintenance with diagnosing problems to minimize downtime. Monitor production performance to resolve issues impacting Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and use precision measuring instruments to verify setups. Operate machine control systems and assist with training production operators, accurately documenting all maintenance activities, labor, and parts usage in the computerized maintenance management system. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area while assisting with production or packing duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- One (1) to three (3) years of manufacturing experience
- Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot production equipment and tooling
- Experience using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers and calipers
- Ability to read and operate machine control systems
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
Desired Qualifications
- experience in plastics or thermoforming manufacturing
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