Tool and Die Technician

Tool and Die Technician

Who we are looking for:

We are currently looking for a Tool and Die Tech to be based out of Dallas, TX location. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this person's primary focus will be to assemble, disassemble, clean, inspect and maintain extrusion dies used to manufacture PVC pipe. Ensure all tooling is in good working condition and the ability to operate power equipment and tools.

What you'll do:

• Perform all work in a safe, controlled manner, following all safety rules and best practices.
• Assembles extrusion die heads for product changeovers, wires external and internal heater bands on dies and assures that each die zone is operating properly.
• Responsible for taking die heads off of extruders at product changeovers, and disassembling die head for inspection and cleaning.
• Hangs die head on extruder, tightens die and adapter bolt to proper torque specifications, attaches die wiring at extruder and assures that all die zones are working properly.
• Performs changeover tasks on pullers, saws, and bellers, troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and making necessary repairs.
• Responsible for monitoring condition of bell tooling and coordinates repairs and chroming in a timely manner to minimize any production schedule interruptions.
• Responsible for organizing and maintaining the die shop, which stores numerous parts and supplies.
• Responsible for maintaining and communicating inventory of die parts and supplies needed to make all products, such as extra heater bands, cooling tank gaskets, thermocouples, wire plugs and electrical in a timely manner to maintenance leadership.
• Attend required training sessions, wear the required safety equipment such as hearing protection, safety glasses, and other safety equipment that might be required for certain jobs or tasks.
• Operate forklifts, hoists, cranes, power tools, and hand tools.

What you'll bring:

• Minimum educational requirement is high school diploma, or equivalent.
• Must have strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Must embrace and foster an environment that supports our core values of Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Teamwork and Accountability.
• Must be adaptable to changing priorities in a work environment with multiple competing demands and able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events in a calm and logical manner.
• Must follow safety rules and put safety ahead of shortcuts.
• Must supply own hand tools and toolbox.
• Must have experience with installation and repair of machinery.
• Must have good understanding of basic math required for quick and accurate calculations.
• Must be able to pay attention to detail, accuracy, time management, and organization.
• Must have excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.

Within 3 months, you'll:

• Understand our Safety Culture and Core Values of Atkore
• Gain an understanding of the basic duties of your job
• Gain an understanding of your teammates and area's supported.

Who we are:

Atkore is a recipient of a Great Place to Work certification and a Top Workplaces USA award! We're committed to creating an engaged and aligned workforce that drives collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results, stays focused on being standout leaders, and fully supports decisions of the Company. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors, all in a way that's consistent with our core values. Together, we build strong leaders that continually endeavor to move us forward.

With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities worldwide, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!