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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in managing and maintaining sheet metal fabrication tooling, including press brake dies and laser consumables, while ensuring adherence to safety standards and continuous improvement initiatives. Proficient in inventory tracking, tooling inspection, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to optimize production processes.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Sheet Metal Fabrication ToolingTooling Inspection and MaintenanceInventory Tracking and ManagementCollaboration with Programmers and OperatorsBlueprint and Specification Reading
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Hard Skills
CNC Laser EquipmentPress Brake EquipmentPunch ToolingBasic Algebra ProficiencyPrecision Measurement Using CalipersTool and Die KnowledgeERP/MRP Data EntryMechanical AptitudeTooling Specifications Understanding5S Standards Compliance
Soft Skills
Strong Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailCollaborative Work Style
Certifications & Qualifications
High School Diploma or EquivalentTechnical Training in Machining or Manufacturing Technology
Industry Keywords
Tool Crib ManagementContinuous Improvement InitiativesLockout/Tagout SafetyMaterial Handling SafetyProduction Processes
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesERP
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Manage, maintain, and issue cutting and forming tooling for sheet metal fabrication department CNC laser, punch/laser combination, and press brake equipment
- Maintain organized storage, labeling, and inventory tracking for laser consumables, punch tooling, and press brake punches/dies
- Inspect incoming and in-use tooling for wear, damage, and dimensional accuracy
- Remove worn or damaged tooling from service and coordinate repair, regrinding/sharpening, or replacement
- Coordinate with outside tooling vendors and Purchasing on quotes, purchase requisitions, lead times, and warranty/service issues
- Stage and deliver correct tooling to operators based on production schedules and released programs; retrieve and return tooling after job completion
- Support the Sheet Metal Programmer in selecting tooling and validating tooling data in CAM/nesting software tooling libraries
- Perform routine tooling maintenance and coordinate off-site sharpening/regrinding services
- Maintain tooling inventory, usage, and cost records and recommend purchases to avoid downtime
- Support qualification of new Amada machines and tooling, including first-article setup and validation
- Maintain a safe, organized tool crib and work area consistent with 5S standards
- Follow lockout/tagout and material-handling safety requirements
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce tooling changeover time, scrap, and downtime
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
What you’ll need- Prior experience with sheet metal fabrication tooling (press brake dies/punches, laser consumables, or punch tooling) preferred
- Mechanical aptitude and ability to read blueprints, tooling specifications, and vendor documentation
- Basic computer literacy for inventory tracking and ERP/MRP data entry
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work collaboratively with Programmers, Operators, Engineering, and outside tooling vendors
- Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
- Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture of goods
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Technical training in machining, tool and die, or manufacturing technology preferred
- Ability to read and understand English instructions, vendor documentation, and technical specifications
- Basic Algebra proficiency
- Ability to read precision measurements using calipers and micrometers to fractional and decimal precision
- Ability to stand and walk regularly, use hands and arms, and lift or move tooling and materials up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work in a tool crib and manufacturing-floor environment near CNC laser, punch, and press brake equipment
- Required use of PPE, including safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toed footwear