Day Shift, 6:00 AM-2:30 PM, with Overtime as necessary, Monday-Friday.
Typical starting pay, $22.65/hr.-$29.00/hr.
What Can We Give You?
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Matching up to 4%, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, 10 Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, and more!
Tool and Die Maker I at Ditch Witch:
This position builds weld fixtures, machine fixtures, drill jigs, forming dies, and other specialized equipment from tool designs, sketches, or verbal instructions. Performs other duties as assigned.
What Will You Do?
Operate welder, cutting torch, milling machine, lathe, saws, drill press, and other specialized equipment.
Collect and analyze technical information from a variety of sources.
Communicate with engineers, equipment operators, and other tooling personnel.
Utilize and interpret technical documents (drawings, catalogs, etc.).
Present and demonstrate designs and concepts to appropriate groups.
Construct weld, machine, and inspection fixtures using precise layout welding and assembly techniques.
Inspect, operate, and help modify tooling.This will include using measuring tools (rules, micrometers, calipers, etc.) and hand or power tools (hand/air impact wrenches, screwdrivers, etc.).
Collaborate with the tool designers and shop personnel to resolve problems related to material characteristics, dimensional tolerances, service requirements, manufacturing procedures, and cost of tools.
Select standard items for incorporation into tool design.
Request changes to improve manufacturing processes related to tool design.
What Do You Need?
High school or equivalent required.
Demonstrate acceptable layout welding skills and high weld quality.
Able to communicate effectively over the phone and before small groups of people.
Able to regularly handle items weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally handle items weighing 50 pounds or more.
Able to work overtime as needed.
Have a good work record of self-motivation, teamwork, productivity, and safety.
Demonstrate basic computer skills.
Have appropriate reading, clerical, and basic mathematical skills.
Work well with others in a team setting.
Preferred Qualifications:
1+ yrs. tool & die manufacturing experience.
Welding certification through AWS or other accredited institution.
Related vocational certificate or associates degree.
Work Environment:
Manufacturing plant conditions (indoors, with variable temperature and humidity, noise, and dirt). Occasional outside work.
Use of personal protective equipment including as specified in the Safety Policy.
Physical hazards such as powered vehicle, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic, sharp objects, moving machinery, electrical arc-welding equipment, and materials handling.
Working with hazardous materials, including solvents, oils, grease, and pressurized gases.
Highly variable duties, workloads, and priorities.Changes often happen with little notice.
Workdays of up to 11 hours, along with some work on Saturdays.
The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.
