Presstran Industries, a division of Magna International located in St. Thomas, Ontario, has developed an enviable reputation as a supplier to the automotive industry known for the high quality of its product and the excellence of its service. Presstran's lines of automotive stampings and welding assemblies are used in front motor compartments, underbody structures, truck frame components and front and rear suspensions as well as non-automotive applications

POSITION SUMMARY:

Using written/verbal instructions the tool & die maker is responsible for the construction/repair/preventative maintenance of machine shop tools, gauges, fixtures, jigs and dies for the division.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

1. Current Tool & Die Maker's certificate of qualification.
2. Equivalent to completion of specialized courses normally taught at community or specialized colleges consisting of more than 2 academic years.
3. Experience in automotive heavy stamping environment an asset.
4. Skill gained by experience - over 4 years.
5. Own tools required.
6. Experience with jig and fixture building an asset.
7. See Training Requirements Index for additional recommended and optional skills.

DUTIES:

1. Constructs/repairs/maintains tools/gauges/fixtures/jigs/dies of qualifications.
2. Locates/determines reasons for die failure.
3. Assists other trades/operators as required.
4. Participates in the training of tool & die apprentices as required.
5. Completes and Records information and maintains toolroom records either manually or on computer.
6. Co-ordinates die repair and preventative maintenance scheduling in order to meet job deadlines and requesting overtime authorization when required.
7. Keeps work area clean and neat.
8. Abides by all plant health, safety and environmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
9. Follows and adheres to requirements of current customer quality and environmental management systems standards.
10. Conducts his/her duties in a professional manner.
11. Keeps work area clean and neat.
12. Performs other related duties as required.

EQUIPMENT and/or PRODUCT FAMILIARITY:

Equipment:  Various grinders/mills, lathes, various hand tools, TIG welder, crane

Products:     Various steel products, oils/lubricants

RESPONSIBILITY AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

Under the general direction of the Toolroom Supervisor the tool & die maker performs a variety of tasks, working from verbal/written instructions/drawings. The tool & die maker is exposed to elements such as noise/temperature. The incumbent generally provides their own hand tools as necessary to perform duties.

ACCESSIBILITY AND ACCOMMODATIONS

Presstran has an accommodation program in place that provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources.

No phone calls please.  We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  Magna International Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.  Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request.