Tool Set-up Technician

Blachford Acoustics Group is the premier designer and supplier of acoustical materials, molded headliners and floor mats for heavy truck, off-highway and other industrial OEM’s. Backed by a state-of-the-art acoustics laboratory and vertically integrated manufacturing plants in West Chicago, IL, Menomonee Falls, WI, Kings Mountain NC, Cambridge, ON and Chesterfield, UK, we offer custom designed solutions. Blachford Acoustics Group is the technology leader in targeted markets having served customers for over 100 years. We provide common, coordinated solutions to North America and Europe. We excel at helping customers make their vehicles attractive, cool and quiet.

Blachford places high value on ensuring every employee has a voice and we stress that each can make a difference in our business. Our Environmental Management System is ISO 14001 registered, and we are committed to being a responsible corporate citizen.

**Summary**

The Tool Set-Up Technician is responsible for ensuring that all machines properly equipped with the right tool, to properly maintain and keep the tools, and to follow the production schedule in a timely manner with tool changes on the presses and waterjets.

**Reporting Structure**

Reports to the Maintenance Supervisor.

**Duties Include**:
The Tool and Die Maintenance Mechanic is accountable for the changing of and maintenance of our tools and dies under the direction of the Maintenance Manager including but not limited to the following:

- Performs mold and fixture maintenance operations as instructed.
- Installs and changes all molds required on hydraulic presses throughout the production shift.
- Installs and changes all fixtures on water jets throughout the production shift.
- Ensures compliance of mold & fixture maintenance schedule.
- Responsible for tooling inclusive of test tooling, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting.
- Identify problem areas, recommend, coordinate, and implement solutions.
- Collaborates with other departments to maintain the ISO quality systems.
- Other related duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor or other Management.
- Create new installation documentation and SOP’s.
- Attend any training as required.
- Maintain good morale and a team atmosphere throughout the facility.
- Ensure housekeeping is maintained and meets the standards set by the company.
- Follow all safety policies, rules and regulations.
- Other related duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager or other Management.

**Education, Skills and Experience**
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 2 years manufacturing experience required
- Strong propane counterbalance forklift skills required. Experience driving 40,000lbs capacity forklift (recommended).
- Previous experience with pneumatic powered tools and surface grinders.
- Must be able to keep up with the heavy physical demand of this job and able to lift loads not exceeding 50lbs (22.7kg).
- Attention to detail in all areas of work.
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Mechanically inclined.
- Ability to work with mínimal supervision.
- Possess the attitude where you will take ownership of the equipment and embrace the responsibility to complete tasks and stay until the job is completed
- A strong team player.
- Good command of the English language.

**Blachford AM Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law. Please let us know if you require an accommodation due to a disability and we will work with you to address your needs.**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $28.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Cambridge, ON N1T 1B2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Manufacturing: 2 years (required)
- Forklift: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Forklift Licence (required)

Work Location: In person