Job Title:  Tool Builder

Are you a motivated individual seeking a new and exciting opportunity? Do you want to work in a supportive environment with room to grow? Do you want great pay and benefits while also having a good work/life balance? Then we want YOU! 

About Us: Haydon, Kerk and Pittman are three world class AMETEK brands that supply advanced linear and rotary motion solutions to a diverse mix of global customers.  We are recognized as a leading manufacturer of brushed and brushless DC motors, stepper motor based linear actuators, precision Acme lead screw and anti-backlash nut assemblies, linear rail and guide systems, gearmotors, drives and complete custom automation sub-systems.

We are looking for the right individual to join our team as a Tool Builder. This exciting role is responsible for building molds for the molding machines per the molding schedule, operating molding machines and maintaining a clean and organized work area.

What will you do?

On any given day, your responsibilities would include:

• Building molds for molding machines by assembling tooling components into the mold bases per the blueprint instructions

• Performing inspection of mold bases and components

• Following blueprint when selecting appropriate molds and components

• Consulting and following the production schedule for molds to be built

• Using measurement tools i.e. snap gage, digital calipers, and other measuring instruments

• Organizing and maintaining the tool storage area

• Coordinating tool repairs with the tool shop

• Assisting with preventive maintenance (PM) of the tools and mold bases

• Operating molding machines as needed

• Disassembling and cleaning molds at end of run and returning components to appropriate locations

• Following established procedures as well as quality and safety standards

You are a great fit if you have the following:

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints

• A demonstrated strong mechanical aptitude

• Experience in the use of hand tools i.e.. screwdriver, hammer, drill, wrench

• Good organizational skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

• Attention to detail

• Experience with measuring equipment i.e. snap gage, digital calipers, and other measuring instruments

• Team player who works in cooperation with others

• HS Degree or GED

• 1+ years manufacturing experience preferred

• Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.

Work Environment:

• Continuously required to stand and use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms

• Frequently required to walk, bend, carry, push/pull

• Continuously required to use fine motor skills

• Frequently required to lift/carry objects up to 25 pounds

• May be required to push, pull and use assisted lift objects of up to 50 pounds

• Hearing, seeing ability to include depth perception, peripheral vision and rapid mental coordination

Why should you join our team?

AMETEK offers competitive pay and a great benefits package including:

• Excellent medical/dental/vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Safety Shoe and Safety Glasses Reimbursement

Come join our team! Apply now!