Res Manufacturing Company

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Tool Engineer

DATE: 01-20-2012

REPORTS TO: Tool Engineer Manager

POSITION PURPOSE/MISSION:

Accountable for effective design, sourcing and implementation of tooling, gages, fixtures and prototype activities that conforms with Res’ quality system standards. This position directly supports quoting activities for customers and prospects and may include part design assistance for the customer/prospect as well as Design for Manufacturability suggestions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Estimate costs during quoting process for new tool construction, tool modifications and manufacturing costs associated with the stamping process.
• Develop layouts and concepts for new tool construction.
• Manage the tool construction project including the sourcing of new tools.
• Assist in/perform new tool design reviews.
• Meet with customer quality and engineering personnel to determine critical part features and review manufacturability of design.
• Participate in feasibility meetings as part of the quoting process for new business.
• Problem solving and corrective action related to tooling quality issues.
• Die design and detailing for tool improvements.
• Update existing tool drawing as required.
• Participate in a cross functional product launch team within the framework of APQP.
• Tool and fixture design for secondary operations such as welding, assembly etc.
• Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

• No direct supervisory duties

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

• Internal – Regularly interact with Materials, Quality, Engineering, Sales, Receiving and Manufacturing.
• External – Regularly interact with all levels of suppliers and customers.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Technical Qualifications:

• Technical degree in Stamping Die Design or Engineering.
• Five years experience in similar position.
• Experience with stamping tooling design and construction.
• Previous work experience in an organization that supplied large OEM’s.
• Experience with certified quality management systems (i.e. TS16949, ISO).

Preferred Technical Qualifications:

• Experience with APQP/New product launch in an OEM supply chain.
• Demonstrated understanding of quality tools such as FMEA, root cause analysis, statistical analysis/six sigma techniques, etc.
• Project management experience.
• Technical knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Die making experience.
• High level of competency in metallurgy and/or material science.

Required Behavioral Competencies:

• Adaptability – open to and actively solicit new ideas and opinions. Flexible to change.
• Assertiveness – readily offer opinions and take action even when their position may be unpopular.
• Communication – demonstrated ability to work effectively with cross-functional work groups including suppliers, customers and associates, both verbally and in writing. Excellent listening skills.
• Conflict Management – support and manage differences of opinion. Use consensus and collaboration to debate and resolve issues.
• Creativity – generate original ideas, encourage new ways of thinking, explore options, and develop innovative solutions.
• Diplomacy – skilled at handling situations without arousing hostility. Forge coalitions.
• Energy – have the stamina and endurance to maintain a fast pace and continue to produce.
• Influence & Positive Impact – skilled at persuading, motivating, and energizing others at all levels. Passionate, personable, self-confident, and likeable. Able to flex style and direct, collaborate, or empower as the situation requires. Ability to establish a personal power base built on mutual trust, fairness, and honesty. Establish and maintain productive relationships and networks, utilizing them to facilitate business transactions.
• Initiative – proactive and takes action without being prompted.
• Learning agility – continuously seeks new knowledge, creates and fosters a culture of interest, curiosity and learning. Flexible to change, and learns from failure. Seeks to improve processes and products.
• Organization & Planning – manage time wisely and effectively prioritize multiple competing tasks.
• Potential - capable of assuming more responsible roles within the organization.
• Presentation Skills – written and verbal.
• Problem Solving & Decision Making – identifies and solves problems, develops innovative solutions, acts decisively, and shows good judgment.
• Relationship Building – establish and maintain networks, utilizing them to facilitate business transactions.
• Results Orientation – maintains appropriate focus on short- and long-term goals. Motivated by achievement, and persists until goals are reached, conveying a sense of urgency.
• Self-Discernment – knows personal strengths and limitations and works toward improving weaknesses.
• Team Player – respond to requests from other parts of the organization, and support larger legitimate organizational agendas.

Culture: Possess Res Values & Beliefs

Travel: Overnight travel required as needed.

Communication: Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external associates at all business levels. Excellent listening skills.

Computer Skills: In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office, Solid Works (or comparable software) and Auto Cad required.

Safety and Housekeeping: Belief in Res safety and housekeeping standards and procedures.