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Magna

Automotive components and contract manufacturing provider

Tool & Die Technician

Precision Machining & ToolmakingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBowling Green, KY, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • Post-secondary education in tool and die, or at least two years of experience in a tool-and-die capacity, is preferred.
  • General knowledge of troubleshooting, materials and methods, machines and tools, and the practical application of tooling is preferred.
  • Computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, are preferred.
  • At least two years of on-the-job training with heavy industrial manufacturing experience in a skilled-trade capacity is preferred.
  • Must provide own tools.
  • Basic knowledge of drafting, including blueprint reading and dimension drawings, is preferred.
  • Basic knowledge of automation is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Understand Bowling Green Metalforming quality and environmental policies.
  • TIG and MIG weld and hand-work die parts, including heat treating materials.
  • Apply sound understanding and knowledge of die work and operations.
  • Operate tool-room equipment, including measuring instruments, and apply sound machine knowledge.
  • Apply knowledge of press and assembly operations and quality procedures.
  • Assist in determining spare-parts requirements.
  • Maintain accurate documentation.
  • Train operators and new team members.
  • Recommend modifications to existing equipment.
  • Communicate with team members and support departments.
  • Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing processes.
  • Ensure product quality and follow quality procedures.
  • Troubleshoot tooling in or out of the press.
  • Work from blueprints, CAD data, sketches, and verbal instructions.
  • Perform lockout/tagout procedures efficiently.
  • Follow plant safety policies and procedures.
  • Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances of finished parts.
  • Visualize and compute dimensions, sizes, shapes, and tolerances of assemblies from specifications.
  • Smooth and polish flat and contoured die-part surfaces using abrasive stones, files, emery cloths, or power grinders, and spot dies into proper running conditions.
  • Identify tool stacks and heat-treat them.
  • Maintain reliable and predictable attendance.
  • Perform other duties as required.

Desired Qualifications

  • Journeyman certification is a plus.

About the Company

Magna

Automotive components and contract manufacturing provider

Magna is a global mobility technology company and one of the world's largest automotive suppliers. It designs, manufactures, and integrates components and systems such as body exteriors, powertrains, seating, and ADAS, and also provides complete vehicle engineering and contract manufacturing services. Its products are developed in 338 plants across 28 countries, enabling automakers to outsource from individual parts to full vehicle assembly and to adopt both traditional and electric powertrains in a single facility. Magna's goal is to be a trusted, one-stop partner that accelerates electrification and advanced mobility through its integrated manufacturing and engineering capabilities.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Aurora, Canada
Founded
1957

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