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.