Licensed Tool & Die Maker
We, at Leggett Dynamics, are searching for a Licensed Tool and Die Maker within our Automotive team in London. Did you know we are the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of seating support and comfort systems for transportation manufacturers, as well as tier one and two suppliers within the automotive industry? That’s right! Our automotive products fall into four primary groups: Seating and Lumbar support, Motors, Actuators and Massage Systems. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.
As a licensed Tool and Die Maker, or Mold Maker, you will support the manufacturing equipment & facilities maintenance in our 24-5, automotive parts manufacturing facility. You will play a key role in the repair and maintenance of our equipment to help provide a safe, and effective workplace. This is a USW unionized facility.
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$45.00 per hour
$1000 Tool Allowence
Rotating Shifts
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, CAD models and GD&T specifications
- Setup and operate manual CNC machine tools (lathes, mills, grinders)
- Fabricate, repair, fit, assemble, and test dies, molds, jigs, fixtures, and gauges.
- Verify dimensions using micrometers, gauge blocks, CMMs, and other precision instruments.
- Diagnose and repair worn or damaged tooling to restore production quality.
- Perform heat treatment and surface finishing operations.
- Conduct test runs and adjust tooling to meet specifications.
- Collaborate with engineers to improve tooling performance.
- Maintain tooling records and preventive maintenance schedules.
- Perform general maintenance and repairs on machinery and equipment
- Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues
- Follow all plant safety, LOTO and other policies and procedures
- Maintain daily log of repairs and of completed preventative maintenance.
- Participate in continuous improvement activities.
- Complete assignments, duties and projects that may be assigned.
- Capable of working effectively both as a team member and independently.
- Willing to work rotating shifts with overtime on weekends and holidays as needed.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Valid 430A Tool and Die Maker or 431A Mold Maker License
- 2+ years or more work experience in a precision tool shop
- Precision machining (manual and CNC)
- MIG & TIG welding (tool repair and fabrication)
- Blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation
- Precision metrology to 0.0001 inch
- Knowledge of metallurgy and heat treatment
- Strong math skills (geometry, trigonometry)
- Must be able to demonstrate problem solving and troubleshooting skills
- Must possess exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with injection mold repair and valve gated systems
- Hot runner manifold repair and troubleshooting
- Experience with industrial automation would be an asset (ie. wire or tube bending equipment, Fanuc robotics, Cognex and/or Keyence vision inspection systems, Engel or Multiplas injection mold machines, electronics/electrical repair.
- Welding certification
- Forklift certification
- Working at heights & elevated platform training
- Basic industrial electrical skills
BENEFITS INFORMATION
- Uniform service provided
- Safety boot allowance
- Dental care
- Vision care
- Prescription drug plan
- Paid time off – vacation + statutory holidays
- Company funded pension plan
- Shift premiums for off shifts
- On-site parking
- Tool allowance ($1,000 CAD/year) and tool replacement plans