Sr Tool Tech

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Job Title: Tool Technician FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department: H-18 Pay Grade: N10

Reports To: Toolroom Supervisor Job code: Leave blank for HRS

Completed by: Christopher Goff Date of Last Revision: 5/3/2022

JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for the daily maintenance, upkeep and repair of all dies, fixtures and tools. Ensure that dies are always in working condition. Support production from a tooling or machining aspect.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Other duties may be assigned:
* Build new tools, dies, fixture and parts from blueprints, sketches, reference parts or instructions.
* Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearance of finished parts for conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauge blocks, micrometers and dial indictors.
* Set up and operate conventional or computer numerically controlled machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, grinders, welders and drill presses.
* Initiate and perform preventive maintenance on tool and dies to keep them in working order.
* Fit and assemble parts to make, repair or modify dies, fixtures and tools.
* Perform repairs on dies, fixtures and tools.
* Support production by making new tooling in a timely, precise manner.
* Work with production on all tooling issues.
* Modify tooling and weld fixtures.
* Support 6S and CI projects.
* Support safety projects.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
* High School diploma or equivalent and 18-24 months of vocational training in tool and die making (not required but preferred).
* Ability to use precision measuring equipment
* Two years' experience building tools and dies (not required but preferred).
* Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, maintenance and repair
* Toolmaking knowledge
* Analytical ability
* Good judgement skills
* Math aptitude
* Communication skills: reading, writing
* Ability to read blueprints
* Ability to identify problems and propose solutions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
NOTE: The inability to perform any of the following physical requirements does not preclude an applicant from consideration unless, following an individualized analysis, it is determined that the physical requirement is an essential job function and the applicant is unable to perform such function with or without reasonable accommodation

* Note all physical requirements of the position. Please use the ADA Essential Functions Checklist as a Guide.

At Hill-Rom, we strive to build a diverse work force through equal opportunity employment that embraces and leverages the differences each individual has to offer. This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job and not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities, tasks and duties.
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