.**Job Summary**:To develop, repair and modify dies, tools, jigs, fixtures and gauges which require precise dimensions. Troubleshoot and perform preventative maintenance.**Required Education and Experience**:- Grade 12 with a Tool & Die Maker license- Experience in progressive and transfer dies operation is an asset- Experience in MIG and TIG welding is an asset- Thorough knowledge of blue print reading and interpretation- Able to operate standard tool room equipment (Milling Machine, Grinder, Drill Press and Lathe Machine)- Possess good mathematical and mechanical aptitude- Good English Communication Skills (oral and written)- Excellent attendance- Ability to work efficiently with minimum supervision- Ability to work in a team environment and be a team player- Flexibility to work rotating shifts as required and occasional alternative hours, if necessary to meet customer requirements- Support Quality Systems, Health, safety and Environmental Management Systems Requirements- Ability to utilize problem solving techniques- Respecting and understanding of the Customer/ Supplier relationship- Professional and timely completion of tool room projects consistently- Timely and organized response to tooling related problems that impact production requirements- Must be willing to work other shifts or perform other duties/tasks that are of reasonable request by Management- Ensure that all duties and tasks are carried out in a safe and efficient manner and at no time is the employee or their co-workers placed in an unsafe condition**Essential Functions**:- Develop and maintain dies, tools and processes as required- To build all replacement tools and dies for production use- Provide assistance, guidance and advice to Junior Tool & Die Makers and Apprentices as required- Liaise with internal departments for design input, fabrication and modifications to existing tools and dies- Ensure timely completion of repairs, new dies, tooling, fixtures and jigs etc. as required so production is not interrupted- Ensure preventative maintenance program are done on tools and dies based on assigned schedules- Follow all lock out/tag out procedures as required- Responsible to maintain good housekeeping on work area and die parts at all times- Follow company policies on Health, Safety & Environment and PPE requirements- Contribute to the continuous improvement initiatives on all aspect of the job**Working Environment**:- 100% plant floor (PPE required)**Physical Demands**:- Require communication with employees, peers and management- Lifting and pushing as needed**Health, Safety and Environmental Responsibilities**- Must work in accordance with health and safety regulations, company rules, plant rules, policies and procedures- Must use or wear equipment, protective devices or certain clothing as required by the company.- All employees are prohibited from walking under a suspended hoist, cranes or forklifts