Toolmaker - 2nd Shift

Manufacturing Wood Dale, Illinois
Salary: USD 29.25 - 36.56 Annually


Description
















TOOL ASSOCIATE  

About Optimas:  

Optimas is a global distributor of integrated supply chain solutions, and engineering support  

focused on delivering fasteners, components, industrial and safety supplies to our diverse  

customers around the world. Our local, on-the-ground teams understand the nuances of every  

community we serve. This allows us to adapt with our customers and partners as needs evolve,  

leveraging our footprint to remain at your side while providing a highly personalized level of  

service and support no matter where you find yourself around the globe.  

Position overview:  

The Tool Maker is responsible for manufacturing, assembling, disassembling, repairing, and  

modifying tool sets for Cold Heading and Roll forming  

Main responsibilities:  




Manufacture and fitting of plant and machinery subcontracted to the Toolroom.  

Project work as assigned by the Toolroom Foreman and Tooling Room Manager.  

Self-certification of work in accordance with the Quality and Continual Improvement  

commitment.  



Submission of work for QA checking as required.  

To assist management and staff in the identification, and introduction of all  

reasonable measures to improve productivity, quality and working methods and  

conditions as part of the continual improvement and TQM programs.  

Perform necessary preventive maintenance and repairs on tools and equipment.  

Perform general cleanup, clerical, or maintenance work incidental to the operation  

of the tool crib.  





Observe safe work practices.  

Other duties as assigned.  

Key Competencies:  

The ideal candidate must have the following competencies:  








Customer Service  

Results focused  

Communication Skills  

Decision Making  

Working as part of a team  

Problem solving  

Mathematical Skills  







Ability to use computer programs  

Skills and Qualifications:  




High School Diploma or GED  

2-5 years relevant experience required, Manufacturing setting preferred.  

Good knowledge of machine shop and mechanical maintenance tools and their  

repair.  





Ability to read, understand and maintain records as required.  

Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.  

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.  

Demonstrates effective oral communication skills  

Optimas OE Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and  

applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,  

disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Optimas OE Solutions complies  

with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every  

location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of  

employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall,  

transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.