Tooling Specialist

**Purpose of Job**:

- As the Tooling Specialist you will be responsible for managing new and existing tooling to support the operational effectiveness of the manufacturing and machining processes.
- The secondary goal of this position is to develop and strengthen the tooling and fixture management process Hydra Dyne Technology.

**Principal Accountabilities**:

- Perform incoming inspections on tools and inspections prior to tools being reused on machines
- Set up tooling builds as required to meet production requirements by proactively selecting, verifying and presenting of tools to CNC machining centres in advance of planned setups.
- Manage changes, repairs and improvements to existing tooling and fixtures.
- Develop, implement and maintain tooling documentation and tracking system in support of HDT requirements.
- Participate in Continuous Improvement efforts in tooling and fixturing.
- Liaise with tooling vendors to investigate and propose new tooling technologies and/or practices as applicable.
- Verify that tooling and fixture Narratives are complete and updated when putting tools away from completed jobs.
- Other job duties as assigned.
- Provide and manage gauges to appropriate storage locations
- Manage fixtures for scheduled jobs

**Health and Safety Responsibilities**:

- All required PPE while in plant.
- Work safe & ergonomically by following JH&S policies.
- Enforce and promote workplace safety.
- Report any unsafe acts, conditions or accidents across the plant.
- Identifies personal safety compliance or non-compliance by observing employees' use of protective equipment.

**Knowledge, Skills and Education**:

- Minimum of one (1) year in a CNC machining environment or quality support role.
- An appropriate Post-Secondary education in an Engineering (mechanical, manufacturing) or appropriate Technology program.
- Basic level modelling skills in SolidWorks or similar parametric modelling software.
- Understanding of engineering drawings, geometric dimensioning and tolerance interpretation and manufacturing processes.
- Teamwork and dedication to owning this role.
- Planning and prioritising activities.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to present data effectively
- Good analytical and Problem-solving skills
- Proven ability to deal with all levels of staff in a tactful and persuasive manner.
- An analytical and investigative approach.

**What we Offer**:

- Benefits after 3 months
- Pension after 1 year
- Voluntary overtime opportunities
- Annual Increase opportunities
- On-site cafeteria with subsidized rates
- Uniforms after 3 months (Cleaned by company)
- Training
- Employee Events (free lunches)

Monday - Thursday, 10-hour shifts.
Days 6:30am-4:30pm, Afternoons 5pm-3am.