Tooling Fabricator

PURPOSE:

• To build high quality parts from which we can design and fabricate tooling.

• To fabricate high quality tooling that is both precise and production friendly.

• Support continuous improvement activities by fabricating tools that will help improve processes as requested by Production Engineering and other departments.

• Support production as a customer to deal with any tooling issues that may come up to eliminate any downtime due to tooling on the production line.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Produce quality components that conform to engineering specifications and quality requirements (FE and/or Weld).

• Fabrication (cut, drill, form, weld and assembly) of first piece parts before a fixture is available. This may require complete set-up and fabrication from raw material, fabrication of pre-weldment components, to welding & assembly.

• Fabrication of pre-designed tooling or design & fabricate tooling from scratch.

• Modification of tooling due to Engineering Change bulletins.

• Repair & maintenance of tooling due to damage or loss.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Minimum of 3-5 years in production fabrication environment

• High level of motivation, attention to detail and commitment to fabricating high quality parts

• Strong problem solving skills and an ability to think creatively

• Journeyman designation is an asset

• Tooling and mold making experience is an asset