Tool & Die Maker III
Company: Lasko Products
Location: Franklin
Posted on: March 20, 2023
Job Description:
Lasko Products, an industry leader in designing and
manufacturing portable fans and heaters for over 100 years, is
hiring for a Tool & Die Maker III for our Franklin, TN
manufacturing facility. The Tool & Die Maker will be responsible
for the tear-down of plastic injection molds and stamping dies, and
the repair and reassembly of them. There are three shifts currently
needing positions filled. Overtime as needed. Essential
Functions
- Examines form and texture of stamped metal parts to detect
imperfections on Class A surface finish.
- Dismantles dies to gain access to and repair die
components
- Knowledge of Hot Runner Systems, including Synventive, HRS
- Examine, form and texture of plastic parts to detect
imperfections to Class A surfaces
- Dismantles dies to access and repair tool
- Verifies dimensions, alignments and clearances
- Connects wiring and hydraulic lines to install electrical and
hydraulic components
- Disassembly and assembly of molds
- Repair, modify and/or adjust molds
- Examine molds to determine feasibility of in-house repairs or
modifications
- Diagnose problems and determine corrective actions
- Polishing, benching, spotting, grinding, drilling, machining,
fitting and welding
- Ensure molds are in good and proper mechanical working
order
- Perform preventative mold maintenance by following the
preventative mold checklist
- Complete all associated paperwork having to do with mold
maintenance and PM logs
- Electrical repair - limit switches
- Preventative maintenance and repair of production tools
- Provide technical assistance to production team and assist in
problem solving
- Recommends equipment shutdown when not performing to
specifications
- Experience & Knowledge required with:
- Lathes
- Drill Presses
- Milling
- Welding
- Polishing
- Electrical
- Hydraulic
- Precision measuring instruments (calipers and micrometers)
Competencies and Abilities
- Ability to competently read and understand tooling
drawings
- Strong die trouble-shooting capabilities
- Demonstrated ability to plan and organize effectively and to be
able to use methodical approaches to complex problems/issues
- Must possess the ability to communicate with a broad range of
process partners
- Strong motivational skills, listening skills and communication
skills
- Resourcefulness in accomplishing objectives and tasks
- Strong managerial and leadership skills
- Ability to operate typical machine shop tools for metal forming
and removal and measurement tools
- Experience using a 3D CAD package to view/create tooling models
desired
- Experience using AutoCAD to view tooling drawings desired
- Ability to read Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
symbology desired
- Ability to operate wire EDM and automated CNC Mills desired
Required Education and Experience
- Minimum 10 years' experience as a toolmaker or tooling
engineer
- Minimum 5 years' experience working with Progressive Die sheet
metal stamping dies Physical Demands The physical demands described
here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While
performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly
required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to
stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with
hands and arms. Work Environment Office environment is a controlled
atmosphere building, as well as a manufacturing environment exposed
to dust, odors, and noise. About the Company Lasko Metal Products
was founded in 1906 by Henry Lasko in Philadelphia. Lasko designs,
manufactures, assembles, and distributes portable fans, heaters,
and humidifiers for the consumer market (Lasko brand), air
purifiers (Germ Guardian brand), ventilation products such as range
hoods and bathroom exhaust fans to the construction industry (Air
King brand) and water damage restoration products such as air
scrubbers and dehumidifiers (B-Air brand). Lasko's products are
sold in North America, South America, the Caribbean, and Asia. The
company is recognized as the leader in the portable fan and
portable heating categories and proudly operates American
manufacturing, assembly, and distribution facilities across the US.
Lasko's leading market share in fans and heaters is 2X - 4X larger
than the brand. Lasko's domestic production capabilities uniquely
position Lasko to serve its customers. Lasko's Mission is to
improve everyday life with trusted products which create a
healthier and more comfortable environment. The company's success
is based on 5 Core Values: 1. Be Bold:
- Challenge the status quo
- Courageously pursue the impossible
- Reject mediocrity 2. Be Together
- Work together for success
- Drive trust and candor with each other
- Prioritize "We" before "I" 3. Be A Leader
- Lead with personal conviction
- Inspire each other to deliver high- quality results
- Leverage resilience and agility to drive excellence 4. Be
Accountable
- Consistently deliver to our customers
- Embrace commitments as a contract
- Take pride in our actions 5. Be The Change
- Demonstrate a passion to win
- Make a difference at work in our communities
- Step forward and take initiative The Lasko family owned and
operated Lasko Products until November 2016, when private
investment firms Comvest Partners and JW Levin Management Partners
("JWLMP") acquired the business. Comvest Partners and JWLMP are
committed to growing the business with investments in growth and
productivity. Geographic Reach Based in the greater Philadelphia,
PA area, Lasko Products operates in locations throughout the US and
Canada. The company's Tennessee, Texas, and Pennsylvania
manufacturing facilities produce both indoor and outdoor fans and
heaters. The company also sources select products internationally
from China, Taiwan, Vietnam, Malaysia, and India. Lasko operates
distribution centers in all manufacturing locations plus Nevada and
Ohio. Diversity & Inclusion Comvest and its portfolio companies
recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote regardless of
race/national origin, gender/gender identification, sexual
orientation, age, disability status, veteran status, religious
affiliation, and other protected status. We have a clear vision to
be the place where diverse talent wants to come, stay, and do their
best work . We know our companies run on the hard work and
dedication of our passionate and smart employees. We believe that
diversity within an organization creates long-term value for the
organization itself and its constituents. Comvest and its portfolio
companies are high performing organizations that seeks to hire
hard-working and dedicated high performers. While Comvest and its
portfolio companies always strive to look at a diverse pool of
candidates, we will always choose the most qualified candidate for
the job being recruited for, in order to strive for success for
both the employee and the firm. The company has reviewed this job
description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties
have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an
exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and
abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by
supervisors as deemed appropriate.
Keywords: Lasko Products, Franklin , Tool & Die Maker III, Other , Franklin, Tennessee
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