Tool Presetter

Tool Presetter

Prepare and change perishable tools and tooling components required by production and maintain pre-set line inventory.

Effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

Powering Vehicles, Motion, Work, and Lives since 1966.

Performance Expectations

• Ensure compliance with all legislative requirements in the facility's geographic location and:

o The Global Operating System Plays;

o OHSAS 18001:2007 Health and Safety management system standard;

o ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management system standard;

o IATF 16949:2016 Technical Specification Management and Linamar Quality Basics system standards. Support, Foster, Promote and Demonstrate Linamar's Core Values and Leadership Behaviors

• Maintain balance between customer, employee, and financial satisfaction by maximizing facility/department Performance Indicators to align to Linamar's Stepping Stool of Success Strategy.

• Support and maintain department lean initiatives as set out in LPS system requirements.

o Maintain department 5S requirements.

• Pre-set tools to specification for use on production lines.

• Ensure all department procedures are followed.

• Ensure the department has all necessary hand tools.

• Ensure proper tool drawings and setting procedures are in place and available for use by department personnel. Report incorrect drawings to supervisor for corrections.

• Perform tooling repairs on assigned equipment as outlined in processes and procedures for the product tool holder, collets, chuck, head, etc.

• Assist in operation of production equipment or assist other support personnel when needed as assigned by Production Supervisor.

• Assist with setting min/max quantities and initial order of tools to start new lines and stock tool crib.

• Work directly with other support departments monitoring and controlling tool test and new tool developments. Troubleshoot problem areas.

• Perform calculations to set machine parameters such as spindle speeds, feed rates, chip load, surface footage, etc.

• Ensure department has all necessary hand and power tools to pre-set and set up all tools correctly for the production lines.

• Control and perform all tool tests, troubleshoot, and take corrective action when needed.

• Other duties as assigned

• Participation in continuous improvement programs.

Credentials

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Engineering technician with applied science degree.

Desired Characteristics

• Essential Skills

o Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.

o Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

o Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

o Ability to meet or exceed the company's attendance standards.

o Ability to understand and follow directions given.

o Ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Able to locate, identify, troubleshoot, correct, and document tooling problems and do tool setting as designed and processed.

• Able to locate and identify perishable tooling problems.

• Able to recognize operational inconsistencies on assigned tooling.

• Able to work in a cross functional team and help train other cell associates on minor aspects of the tooling process.

• Able to identify unusual tool usage or breakage and recommends corrective actions or perform correction actions.

• Able to assist in identification of correction to quality issues related to tooling problems.

• Able to read, understand concepts of gauges and other equipment required to complete tool set up needs and installation where necessary or the ability and willingness to learn.

What Linamar Has to Offer

• Opportunities for career advancement!
• Excellent benefits!
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts!

About Us

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian diversified global manufacturing company of highly engineered products across global industries & markets. From the entrepreneurial seeds planted by our dynamic founder, to the support provided along the way, all Linamar employees are poised for success in this fast-paced and rapidly growing environment. With access to the tools you need to succeed, you will make an impact along with other motivated and engaged people.

Linamar Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace without regard to any basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Linamar Corporation encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will reasonably accommodate applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process upon request.