Tool and Die Repair

2 weeks ago

Chicago, United States Autokiniton Full time $35
Job DescriptionJob Description

AUTOKINITON is a Michigan-based family of automotive companies delivering operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics.

We’re proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.

Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for a Tool & Die Maker at AUTOKINITON in Chicago, IL. The Tool & Die Maker will be responsible for the day-to-day tasks, repair and maintenance associated with designing, building, and repairing tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures. They will collaborate with engineers and machine operators to ensure the quality and efficiency of the manufacturing process. The Tool & Die Maker will also participate in root cause analysis, development, and process improvement initiatives.

 

Essential Functions

  • Experience in tool and die making, including designing, building, and repairing tools

  • Experience working in the automotive stamping industry on medium to large transfer dies is desired

  • Proficiency in operating machine tools and utilizing precision measuring instruments

  • Perform die repairs at the press and in the tool room

  • Complete Preventative Maintenance activities on the dies

  • Weld a variety of materials used in maintenance and the tool room

  • Repair and maintain nitrogen pressure systems used in the dies

  • Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical/pneumatic systems used in the dies

  • Operation of the overhead crane to move and stage dies

  • Machining of materials associated with repairs and maintenance of the dies

 

Qualifications

  • A state-issued journeyman’s card or a minimum of (5) years of verifiable experience working on metal stamping dies

  • Strong knowledge/experience related to draw dies and transfer die processes

  • Welding experience and the ability to operate welding, plasma cutting, and oxy-acetylene equipment (GMAW, GTAW, SMAW)

  • Knowledge of various materials and their properties

  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints

  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, root cause analysis

  • Attention to detail and precision in work along with time management skills

  • Ability to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays, when workloads exceed normal levels

Night Shift operating hours 6pm - 4:30am

This position pays $35.25 per hour.

 

AUTOKINITON Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.

AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

 

Company DescriptionAutokiniton provides value-driven, sustainable automotive components and assembly solutions for our customers in the automotive industry. Our dedication to teamwork, speed, simplification, performance, and empowering our associates has made us a trusted supplier to the world’s top automotive manufacturers. Our legacy of operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service ensures that every project, no matter how challenging, is in the best possible hands. Autokiniton’s extensive capabilities and deep commitment to continuous improvement has made us a trusted supplier to the world’s top automotive manufacturers as well as a remarkable place to work.Company DescriptionAutokiniton provides value-driven, sustainable automotive components and assembly solutions for our customers in the automotive industry. Our dedication to teamwork, speed, simplification, performance, and empowering our associates has made us a trusted supplier to the world’s top automotive manufacturers. Our legacy of operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service ensures that every project, no matter how challenging, is in the best possible hands. Autokiniton’s extensive capabilities and deep commitment to continuous improvement has made us a trusted supplier to the world’s top automotive manufacturers as well as a remarkable place to work.

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