Trinity Forge Team Positions - TFTPs

TFTP-BTMK:Tool Maker

Rev: 12/06/2017

Coach(es): Machining Superintendent; Tool Designer

Team member's role and responsibilities: 

• Setup and operate all tooling cell machinery including Bridgeport type mills, engine lathes and saws. 
• Work independently planning machining operations of tooling components with minimal supervision. 
• Light welding and brazing on die/tooling components. 
• Polishing and hand working of dies/tooling utilizing hand held die grinders. 
• Pour plaster casts of die cavities. 
• Capable of handling multiple task. 
• Operate in a safe manner and report any hazardous situations to any coach. 
• Strive to better themselves and the company. 
• Review and become familiar with the company's TOPs Manual, especially all TOPs related to this team position.

Rookie requirements: 

• Math proficiency including trigonometry. 
• High school graduate. 
• Ability to communicate well with others. 
• Work to shorten deadlines. 
• Two years’ fixture fabrication or four years’ machining experience. 
• Completion of TOOL training module within 90 days.

Physical activity involved: 

• Some walking, extensive standing, bending, utilizing electric hoist to lift parts, pushing and pulling.

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