Job Description

Job-ID: 17655; Location(s): McPherson KS

The Tooling Technician is responsible for preparation and assembly of tooling for scheduled production runs; post production run cleaning and visual inspection of tooling; Preventative maintenance of tooling; Maintaining a clean, organized and safe work environment.

What You'll Do:

Production

• Responsible for preparation and assembly of tooling for scheduled production runs.
• Balance production schedule with available time to ensure all tooling is ready for production on time.
• After a production order is complete, responsible for cleaning the tooling, visually inspecting the tooling for any damage, communicating any tooling issues to leadership, and putting tooling away.
• Work with leadership on a daily basis to ensure all necessary tooling is available for production and any issues are communicated and addressed in a timely manner. (Help achieve production schedule goals.)
• Capable of installing tooling in machines and basic material processing functions as needed.
• Answer alarms on Machines when needed.

Quality and Recordkeeping

• Process and control any non-conformance defects with production parts.
• Update and maintain necessary documentation.

Cleaning and Area Upkeep

• Perform the 5S activities (sort, straighten, shine, standardize and sustain) to organize and manage work stations.
• Ensure tooling is put away in the proper location.
• Manage the organization of tooling in the appropriate storage area.

Other

• Attend operational and safety meetings as required.
• Perform other tasks as required or assign.

What We're Looking For:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of companies’ policies and procedures regarding health and safety issues
• Ability to carry out instructions in written, verbal and diagram form
• Ability to prioritize and resolve problems
• Ability to comply with quality system procedures
• Proficient in MS Office suite
• Experience in SAP
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to work with little supervision
• Good communication skills
• Ability to solve problems and make quick decisions
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing
• Ability to perform with superior service, reflecting a positive company image while sustaining a positive attitude with those you interact with; always going above and beyond to help others out, regardless of their position or department.
• Ability to adhere to the highest standards of quality while continually performing at the highest possible level

Education, Certification/License & Work Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• AND
• 3-5 years manufacturing experience

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Wondering if you should apply? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Viega, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but don’t check every box in the qualifications section, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other positions we have in the future.

Total Rewards Package

Compensation

• Base: $22.00 - $28.00 hourly, based on specific compensable factors including, but not limited to education, work experience, and geographic market.
• Bonus: This role will be eligible for participation in a discretionary annual bonus program, pursuant to which an employee may be awarded a percentage of their salary based on the company’s performance and their own individual performance.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Wellness Program
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
• Voluntary Benefits (Life, AD&D, Disability)
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 7.5% company contribution
• Time Off Programs – 22 days Paid Time Off (PTO), 9 Company Holidays, 2 Volunteer Days

Your contact person:

Christopher Welsh - christopher.welsh@viega.us - +1 620 798-9019

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