Tool, Die, and Gauge Making Supervisor jobs in Cedar Falls, IA

Tool, Die, and Gauge Making Supervisor oversees skilled workers responsible for constructing, maintaining, modifying, and calibrating machine shop tools, dies, prototypes, jigs, fixtures and molds. Supervises the set up and operation of various lathes, grinders, milling, and boring machines used to produce tools. Being a Tool, Die, and Gauge Making Supervisor completes high level tool development work. Ensures jobs are completed correctly and on time. Additionally, Tool, Die, and Gauge Making Supervisor may require an associate degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Working team member that may validate or coordinate the work of others on a support team. Suggests improvements to process, is a knowledge resource for other team members. Has no authority for staff actions. Generally has a minimum of 2 years experience as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of the team processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Tool and Die Maker
  • TRIMARK CORPORATION
  • Hampton, IA FULL_TIME
  • General Summary Statement

    To build new molds, dies, fixtures and prototypes as requested by TriMark engineering. To oversee or perform the repair, modification and maintenance of molds, dies, fixtures and to facilitate quality production and minimize machine downtime. Responsible for facilitating the fabrication of new project prototypes and tooling. Responsible for facilitating maintenance on production tooling.

    Accountabilities/Responsibilities

    • Review tool drawings and confer with manufacturing engineering and/or Engineering about final design of each new tool and prototype to be constructed.
    • Studies specifications, such as blueprints, sketches, prototype parts, CAD models or verbal descriptions, then visualizes product to determine material requirements and machines to be used to fabricate tooling.
    • Analyzes specifications, lays out metal stock, sets up and operates machine tools, and fits and assembles parts to fabricate short run, compound and progressive metal working dies, prototype parts, die cast injection molds, plastic injection molds, cutting tools, jigs and fixtures, gauges and machinist’s hand tools.
    • Applies knowledge of tool and die design and construction, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, machining and assembly procedures.
    • Computes dimensions, plans layout, determines assembly method, envisions and plans sequence of machine centers and machine center operations to be implemented during tool fabrication or repair.
    • Import and/or creates CAD models and programs NC (numerically controlled) machines with manual G-code programming and/or CAM (computer aided machining) software.
    • Sets up and operates machine tools, such as steel saws, manual mills, manual lathe, grinders, manual RAM EDM, CNC Lathe, CNC mill, CNC RAM EDM, and CNC Wire EDM.
    • Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, TriMark Tooling Database, TriMark Tooling Request Database, TriMark Changeover Database, TriMark Tooling Bill of Materials Database, JobBoss Software, Windchill CAD Database, ProE/Creo, Creo View, Fastlook, MasterCam Mill, MasterCam Mill 3D, MasterCam Wire and JD Edwards Software,
    • Employs an extensive variety of hand tools and precision measuring instruments, such as hammers, wrenches, impact wrenches, hand grinders, calipers, micrometers, gauge blocks, gauge pins, height gauge, hardness tester and microscope.
    • Completes repair and adjustment of Die Casting and Stamping tooling in active production environments as required to reduce production down time.
    • Performs heat treatment to a variety of alloy and powdered metal tool steels.
    • Performs heli-arc (TIG) welding, wire (MIG) welding, and conventional welding on a variety of metals.
    • Assembles tooling sub-components and inspects his/her final product to ensure all specifications are met and verify that tooling will mass-produce capable parts.
    • Maintains tools and machines in good working condition at all times.
    • Recommends changes in tooling and machinery, which will result in cost reduction, delivery time reduction and/or improved quality of production.
    • Accountable for accurate time and job record keeping through the use of Jobboss software.
    • Maintains work area in a cleared and orderly condition to minimize safety hazards and lost-time accidents and follows established safety procedures and policies at all times.
    • Maintains technical expertise to ensure all tooling is cost effective and produces quality product.
    • Responsible for supporting and participating in continual improvement efforts in his/her area of accountability, as well as performing duties and tasks as defined by department and quality procedures as established by TriMark Corporation.
    • This position supports the continual improvement and compliance of QMS and EMS.
    • Responsible to perform his or her job functions in a manner that supports TriMark's mission, vision and values in order for the company to attain its strategic and growth goals.

    Core Competencies

    • Required A.A.S. degree in Tool & Die or equivalent experience with an emphasis on molds and/or stamping tooling
    • Understanding job description and expectations
    • TriMark safety requirements
    • Departmental work instructions
    • JDE TriMark production dispatch and work order backflush
    • TriMark changeover web
    • TriMark tool request web
    • TriMark tool crib stock issues
    • Fork truck safety and operation
    • JobBoss labor reporting and material issues
    • MS Outlook communications

    Working Conditions

    Generally good, with exposure to hazards of machine operations, oils, lubricants, and solvents necessary to the work involved. Occasional graphite powder and metal particles are present due to the machining process. The work area is dry with normal temperatures. Uniform safety practices consist of safety shoes, safety glasses, and other devices as required. This area requires normal or corrected vision, normal depth perception and peripheral vision of 180 degrees and no color deficiency. Hearing protection is not required but is available.

    Physical Effort

    Bending - Waist level

    Stooping - 5% of time

    Squatting - Intermittently

    Twisting - 90 degrees

    Turning - 180 degrees

    Reaching - Full reach

    Lifting - 75#

    Pushing/Pulling - 100# or more

    Standing - 50% of time

    Sitting - 25% or less

    Walking - 25% or less

    Climbing - 2-3 steps

    Grasping - Moderate to heavy

    Job Type: Full-time

    Benefits:

    • 401(k)
    • Dental insurance
    • Employee assistance program
    • Flexible spending account
    • Health insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Relocation assistance
    • Retirement plan
    • Tuition reimbursement
    • Vision insurance

    Schedule:

    • 8 hour shift
    • Night shift

    Ability to Relocate:

    • New Hampton, IA 50659: Relocate before starting work (Required)

    Work Location: In person

  • 20 Days Ago

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Manager, Tool & Die
  • Lennox International
  • Marshalltown, IA OTHER
  • Company Overview Lennox International (LII) is a leading global provider of innovative climate control solutions for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) markets.Beginning...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Tool & Die Maker
  • TDS Automation Inc
  • Waverly, IA FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionSummaryThe employee is engaged in the fabrication and assembly of tooling, dies, jigs and fixtures, and includes the development of special projects and machines.Essential FunctionsManufact...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Die cutter
  • Packaging Corporation of America
  • Marshalltown, IA FULL_TIME
  • ROTARY DIE CUTTER OPER 3rd shift Marshalltown, IA 50158, USA Req #6606 Friday, August 12, 2022 As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our c...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Welder
  • VanAM Tool & Engineering
  • Waverly, IA FULL_TIME
  • We are sorry. The job offer you are looking for is no longer available. Van-Am Defense Systems is a custom manufacturer / fabrication shop located in Waverly, IA. We are seeking strong welding / fabri...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Welder
  • Van-Am Tool & Engineering
  • Waverly, IA FULL_TIME
  • Van-Am Defense Systems is a custom manufacturer/fabrication shop located in Waverly, IA. We are seeking strong welding/fabrication candidates to join our outstanding team! Successful Welders will be r...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Manufacturing Engineer - Shaft Machining
  • SGF Global
  • Waterloo, IA
  • Job Description Job Description SGF Global is a global leader with over 20 years’ experience providing recruitment solut...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Direct Support Professional
  • Sevita
  • Waterloo, IA
  • REM Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Supervisor III - Operations
  • The Judge Group
  • Waterloo, IA
  • Position Summary: What Skills You Need Give safety, environmental, and ergonomic leadership to direct reports to ensure ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Maintenance Unit Supervisor
  • Cerebral Group LLC
  • Waterloo, IA
  • Job Description Job Description Join Cerebral Staffing, LLC on site at our client John Deere in Waterloo, IA as a Mainte...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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3rd Shift Production Supervisor
  • Acro Service Corporation
  • Waterloo, IA
  • Job Description Job Description Duties: Establishes employee environment regarding communications, feedback and overall ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Property Maintenance Technician - Waterloo, IA
  • Marsden Services
  • Waterloo, IA
  • Marsden Services is a facility services provider with an unmatched reputation for operational excellence. We provide mai...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Weld Manufacturing Engineer/Manufacturing Engineer II
  • Three Point Solutions
  • Waterloo, IA
  • Job Description Job Description Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer II/Weld Manufacturing Engineer 38789- John Deere Descr...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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HVAC Installer - Journeyman
  • Apollo Mechanical Solutions
  • Cedar Falls, IA
  • Job Description Job Description Job Site Location - Coralville, IA - Per Diem Pay & Sign On Bonus Offered This job is in...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Cedar Falls is a city in Black Hawk County, Iowa, United States. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 39,260. It is home to the University of Northern Iowa, a public university. Cedar Falls is located at 42°31′24″N 92°26′45″W / 42.52333°N 92.44583°W / 42.52333; -92.44583 (42.523520, −92.446402). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 29.61 square miles (76.69 km2), of which, 28.75 square miles (74.46 km2) is land and 0.86 square miles (2.23 km2) is water. Natural forest, prairie and wetland areas are found within the city limits at the Hartma...
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Income Estimation for Tool, Die, and Gauge Making Supervisor jobs
$69,302 to $86,916
Cedar Falls, Iowa area prices
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