Toolmaker

We are seeking a skilled Toolmaker to join our team at ThyssenKrupp Crankshaft Co. As a Toolmaker, you will be responsible for building and repairing fixtures, tooling, and machine parts to required tolerances.

• Assemble components for welding or brazing using fixtures, clamps, and gauges as required
• Verify conformance of part to specifications or blueprints using measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and dimensional scales
• Provide product sample piece cuts to metallurgical lab
• Repair and replace Forge tooling Dies
• Operate CNC High Speed Milling machines to produce forge dies
• Check for cracks, chips, wear, and caves on side walls of used dies
• Grind out imperfections, remove wear, redo radii on edge impressions, ensure proper contours
• Machine maintenance such as adjustment of plates, re-sharpening of blades, and spring and sleeve replacements
• Work on refinement of new die cuts by removing tool marks
• Burn in of embossments

• Industrial Maintenance AAS or equivalent degree
• At least 5 years of experience in Tool and Die role
• Previous experience in tool making, maintenance, and manufacturing required

• Ability to operate lift truck and overhead bridge crane to transport and position material
• Ability to maintain high standards in housekeeping and safety
• Ability to adapt to new methods, processes, materials, and equipment
• Understand material selection and design while working from blueprints, sketches, and verbal instructions
• Ability to operate all types of machine tools, precision measuring devices, and hand tools in accomplishing the making of parts and tooling
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Ability to retain knowledge of different steps and processes
• Ability to follow both written and verbal instruction
• Basic math ability including an understanding of algebra and trigonometry
• Well versed in safety policies and procedures
• CNC operating abilities
• Background in manufacturing and maintenance

ThyssenKrupp Crankshaft Co is a leading manufacturer of high-quality crankshafts and engine components. We are committed to providing our employees with a safe and supportive work environment, as well as opportunities for growth and development.