Tool Designer

West Bend, WIOnsiteFull TimePosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

tool design
production tooling
continuous improvement
solid modeling
Pro-Engineer
Creo
blueprint reading
conventional machining
manual welding
robotic welding

Nice to have

tool and die

Role summary

The Tool Designer will report to the Tool Room Manager and be responsible for designing production tooling and working on continuous improvement projects. Key responsibilities include designing various types of tools (weld fixtures, machine fixtures, assembly fixtures, brake press tooling, punch press tooling) to meet customer specifications, evaluating and improving current production processes, providing solid modeling support, and collaborating with tool makers. The role also involves reviewing ECNs, maintaining tooling records, and attending project meetings. A degree in Mechanical Design or 5 years of experience in tool and die/tool design is required, along with proficiency in blueprint reading, machining practices, welding knowledge, product/process development, and GD&T. Minimum of 2 years of solid modeling experience, preferably with Pro-Engineer or Creo, is also necessary.

Overview

Reporting to the Tool Room Manager in Mayville to design production tooling and work on continuous improvement projects in the West Bend plant.

Responsibilities

Design tools to make components per customer specifications. Tool types included but not limited to arc weld fixtures, machine fixtures, assembly fixtures, assembly tools, brake press tooling and punch press tooling.
Evaluate current production processes for improvements. Design tooling to support those improvements.
Provide solid modeling support to tool makers as required.
Work with tool makers as required as new tools are being built or existing tools modified.
Review Engineering Change Notices (ECN) for tool modification requirements.
Assign tool numbers to jobs and maintain tooling records.
Attend project meetings as required to provide necessary inputs to team.
Adhere to company Quality Policy and follow appropriate procedures as documented in the training agreement.
Follow safety rules and keep work area in a clean and orderly condition.
Perform other tool room related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Associate degree in Mechanical Design or 5 years practical experience in tool and die or tool design.
Certification as a Journeyman (tool and die) a plus.
Proficient blueprint reading skills.
Knowledge of conventional machining practice.
Knowledge of manual and robotic welding.
Knowledge of product and process development.
Quality orientation and attention to detail.
Problem analysis and problem resolution
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
2 years minimum solid modeling experience preferably using Pro-Engineer or Creo
Computer proficiency
Basic knowledge of GD&T

Metalcraft of Mayville is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Women, Veterans, Disabilities

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