Production tool engineer job description
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Production tool engineer requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in production tool engineer job postings.
Sample production tool engineer requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related area
- 3+ years of experience in production engineering
- Proficiency in CAD/CAM software
- Experience in project management
- Knowledge of fabrication processes
Sample required production tool engineer soft skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and collaboration capabilities
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize
- Detail-oriented mindset
- Aptitude for learning new technologies
Production tool engineer job description example 1
ITW production tool engineer job description
ITW Drawform & Sexton is a $200M USD Division within Illinois Tool Works' Automotive Segment. It has an excellent reputation for delivering top results and exceeding customer expectations within the deep draw and aerosol can industries.
At ITW Drawform, you'll support an operation that serves major tier suppliers within the automotive and industrial markets. We offer the opportunity to learn all facets of the business in a fun and purpose-driven environment. In addition to an awesome career path, we offer great compensation and competitive benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, pay increases, company picnics, holiday parties and much more in a family-oriented team environment!
Produce quality parts through efficient development of transfer press tooling coupled with proper maintenance of tooling, presses and peripheral equipment for an assigned press, cell, or group of presses. Promote positive attitudes and offer logical user-friendly solutions to everyday problems.
**Essential Functions** :
1. Complete tool development, maintenance and management for assigned presses and cells, including robots, washers and conveyors and dies.
2. Set up of presses to produce drawn parts within required tolerances and optimal efficiency
3. Recognize and correct both typical and unusual press and cell problems.
4. Contribute die design concepts for the dual purpose of developing new tooling and upgrading existing tooling.
5. Layout and inspect tooling before putting it into a press. Sharpen and polish tools as needed.
6. Organize and update tool books as required
7. Operate toolroom equipment (excluding CNC equipment) efficiently to produce all necessary tooling.
8. Take final responsibility for the quality of parts coming off each assigned press/cell. All parts must stay within print dimensions.
9. Train transfer press operators and die setters to comply with all quality standards set forth by Drawform.
10. Understand and incorporate use of S.P.C.
11. Pull tooling when required.
12. Know the type and proper mixture of drawing and machine lubricants for each assigned job.
13. Remove or replace drawing lubricants on any press when required.
14. Troubleshoot minor hydraulic and electrical press/cell problems to achieve maximum productivity.
15. Train apprentices in concepts applicable to deep drawn metal stamping and cell operation.
16. Maintain appropriate spare tooling and die set/job component inventories.
17. Perform other duties as required or directed.
· Minimum 3 years of experience in shop floor set-up.
· Able to lift approximately 20 - 40 pounds on a regular basis.
· High School diploma, GED or equivalent work experience.
· **Journeyman status required.**
_ITW_ _Drawform_ _is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and consideration without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law._
_All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines._
_ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential._
_As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship._
_All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws._
ITW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
At ITW Drawform, you'll support an operation that serves major tier suppliers within the automotive and industrial markets. We offer the opportunity to learn all facets of the business in a fun and purpose-driven environment. In addition to an awesome career path, we offer great compensation and competitive benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, pay increases, company picnics, holiday parties and much more in a family-oriented team environment!
Produce quality parts through efficient development of transfer press tooling coupled with proper maintenance of tooling, presses and peripheral equipment for an assigned press, cell, or group of presses. Promote positive attitudes and offer logical user-friendly solutions to everyday problems.
**Essential Functions** :
1. Complete tool development, maintenance and management for assigned presses and cells, including robots, washers and conveyors and dies.
2. Set up of presses to produce drawn parts within required tolerances and optimal efficiency
3. Recognize and correct both typical and unusual press and cell problems.
4. Contribute die design concepts for the dual purpose of developing new tooling and upgrading existing tooling.
5. Layout and inspect tooling before putting it into a press. Sharpen and polish tools as needed.
6. Organize and update tool books as required
7. Operate toolroom equipment (excluding CNC equipment) efficiently to produce all necessary tooling.
8. Take final responsibility for the quality of parts coming off each assigned press/cell. All parts must stay within print dimensions.
9. Train transfer press operators and die setters to comply with all quality standards set forth by Drawform.
10. Understand and incorporate use of S.P.C.
11. Pull tooling when required.
12. Know the type and proper mixture of drawing and machine lubricants for each assigned job.
13. Remove or replace drawing lubricants on any press when required.
14. Troubleshoot minor hydraulic and electrical press/cell problems to achieve maximum productivity.
15. Train apprentices in concepts applicable to deep drawn metal stamping and cell operation.
16. Maintain appropriate spare tooling and die set/job component inventories.
17. Perform other duties as required or directed.
· Minimum 3 years of experience in shop floor set-up.
· Able to lift approximately 20 - 40 pounds on a regular basis.
· High School diploma, GED or equivalent work experience.
· **Journeyman status required.**
_ITW_ _Drawform_ _is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and consideration without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law._
_All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines._
_ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential._
_As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship._
_All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws._
ITW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024