What are the responsibilities and job description for the Toolmaker position at Dexter?
We are searching for an experienced Toolmaker at our Plant 39-Bristol-IN facility.
Dexter is the premier manufacturer and supplier of axles, suspension, brakes, doors, venting products, trailer parts, accessories, and towing components serving the commercial trailer, RV, heavy-duty, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets has an opportunity for a Toolmaker at our manufacturing facility located in Bristol, IN.
Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Dexter has manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Employing state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding equipment, and automated machining processes, Dexter has achieved many years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service.
For more information about our company, access Dexter's web site at www.dextergroup.com.
Overview
JOB DESCRIPTION
To provide daily support in the production of RV doors, rangehoods, roof vents, wiring products, and other fabricated items. Responsible for designing, constructing, repairing, and maintaining precision tools, dies, molds, and fixtures to support production operations. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, with strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the safety, quality, efficiency, and reliability of our production processes.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Technical Educati on Training in t ool and die is necessary. Fives (5) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Prior Experience Tool & Die Environment Required.
Knowledge of the sheet metal stamping and aluminum extrusion fab processing desired.
Basic knowledge of crane hoist
Education
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required. Some technical education training in Tool and Die.
Professional Certifications
A formal apprenticeship recognized in the trade, such as one listed under Machinist, Toolmaker, or as a Journeyman card-carrying member.
Dexter is driven by our core values committed to Safety, Quality and Integrity:
Equal Opportunity Employer
Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a background check and drug screen. Dexter Axle Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Dexter is the premier manufacturer and supplier of axles, suspension, brakes, doors, venting products, trailer parts, accessories, and towing components serving the commercial trailer, RV, heavy-duty, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets has an opportunity for a Toolmaker at our manufacturing facility located in Bristol, IN.
Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Dexter has manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. Employing state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding equipment, and automated machining processes, Dexter has achieved many years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service.
For more information about our company, access Dexter's web site at www.dextergroup.com.
Overview
JOB DESCRIPTION
To provide daily support in the production of RV doors, rangehoods, roof vents, wiring products, and other fabricated items. Responsible for designing, constructing, repairing, and maintaining precision tools, dies, molds, and fixtures to support production operations. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, with strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the safety, quality, efficiency, and reliability of our production processes.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Repair stamping/processing dies used in the pressroom and other manufacturing departments.
- Build small dies as needed.
- Build/maintain jigs, fixtures, and gages.
- Repair/set up wiring applicators.
- Build/modify tooling to Engineering prints.
- Identify tooling issues and recommendations and report to management.
- Predictive maintenance – inspect pressroom dies following production run.
- Any other duties as assigned.
Technical Educati on Training in t ool and die is necessary. Fives (5) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Prior Experience Tool & Die Environment Required.
Knowledge of the sheet metal stamping and aluminum extrusion fab processing desired.
Basic knowledge of crane hoist
Education
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required. Some technical education training in Tool and Die.
Professional Certifications
A formal apprenticeship recognized in the trade, such as one listed under Machinist, Toolmaker, or as a Journeyman card-carrying member.
Dexter is driven by our core values committed to Safety, Quality and Integrity:
- Execute with Determination - Be curious, work together, break new ground, find solutions, fulfill our commitments, surpass expectations!
- Connect with People – Empower employees to grow, engage and collaborate; build lasting customer partnerships; care for our communities.
- Do the Right Thing – For our people, for our customers, and for the business.
- Dexter offers a competitive wage
- Full benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA
- 3% profit sharing in our Safe Harbor program
- 401(k) Plan with company contributions
- Opportunities for internal career development and growth
Equal Opportunity Employer
Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a background check and drug screen. Dexter Axle Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
