Toolmaker Apprentice

Tool & Die Maker Apprentice

Reddog Industries, Inc. located in Erie, Pennsylvania has an immediate opening for a Tool & Die Maker Apprentice who is looking for a full time job and a rewarding career in a growth oriented position. This position has great opportunity for advancement. The Tool & Die Maker Apprentice will have the opportunity to further their hands-on training along with company paid education as part of the Pennsylvania State Certified Apprentice Program. Apprentices will be working with and learning from the area’s leading Journeyman Toolmakers. They will work and gain necessary skills required to perform mold repair and modifications as directed to meet customer specifications.

Reddog Industries is an industry leading company specializing in the design, manufacture and repair of plastic injection molds, die cast dies and specialized machining with a very large and diverse customer base. Family owned and operated in Erie, PA for over 50 years, Reddog Industries is dedicated to providing the highest quality service while maintaining an outstanding on time delivery record.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

 Must be willing to train and work with experienced Toolmakers

 Candidates must be comfortable working in a shop environment

 Work from blueprints, sketches, concepts and verbal instructions

 Operate conventional tool room machinery and equipment and possess an understanding of the basic operation (i.e. mill, grinder, etc.)

 Assist with diagnose and correct die and tooling difficulties

 Use tool room precision measuring equipment

 Check, measure, and inspect all types of die components, and tooling for accuracy

 Observe all company rules and procedures including housekeeping, quality of work and safety

 Perform other duties as assigned or necessary to meet business conditions or changes

 Adheres to quality and safety systems or maintenance of quality and safety standards

REQUIREMENTS:

 Ability to read blue prints and use measuring equipment

 Good communication skills

 Full range of body motion, including the use of both hands for repetitive wrist, hand, and finger motions

QUALIFICATIONS:

 High school diploma or equivalent required

 Prefer candidates with previous tooling experience in a manufacturing environment

 Technical school classes in machining or related field is preferred but not required

 Able to pass pre-employment screenings, including background check, drug screen and physical

Interested and qualified candidates should submit a resume.

Reddog Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $18