Position Description:
At a Glance
Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Tool & Die Maker to join the Wiremold Team in West Hardtford, CT.
The Tool and Die Maker will provide production support through tool and die making activities.
Major Responsibilities/Activities:
- Qualified candidates must have 5 years' experience in new build/repair and troubleshooting of dies, experience and ability to work with progressive or transfer dies, the ability to work well in a team environment, the ability to provide detailed documentation on tooling issues and component prints, self-motivation and excellent problem-solving skills.
- Fabricates a range of tools including but not limited to tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, gauges, metal machine parts, die parts, roll form tools, punches, form tools, cams, and special tools; performs precision grinding, boring, or polishing of special tools and dies.
- Assembles any manufactured parts into working production machines or machine subassemblies.
- Uses both engineering blueprints and specifications as well as verbal instruction to produce and assemble dies, machines, jigs and components.
- Sets up and operates all applicable machine tools and machinists hand tools.
- Diagnoses and repairs production equipment and tools.
- Makes own setups on CNC equipment including but not limited to programming by either CAD based or machine code programs.
- Performs Total Preventive Maintenance (TPM) schedules and assignments as required for the tools and machines used in the performance of this function.
- Maintains all materials, tools and equipment in good repair and maintains orderly condition of work area consistent with 5 C practices and the Wiremold Production System.
- Records information required for analysis and decision making including, but not limited to equipment performance, quality and productivity.
- Complies with all OSHA and Company safety procedures and works in a safe manner to insure both personal safety and safety to others.
- Performs all assignments with attention to quality standards of workmanship.
- Reports current or potential problems or malfunctions that may affect assignment or operation of equipment.
- May train others in repair and safe operation of equipment.
- Performs other work as directed by supervisor.
Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements:
- Must know how to use all applicable tools and measuring devices to perform the work.
- Must maintain current licensing or certification required for the performance of assigned tasks.
- Must know and follow all applicable OSHA and Company safety policies, practices and procedures.
Essential Mental Functions:
- Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, schematic drawings, specifications, and wiring diagrams as needed.
- Must be able to solve mathematical equations.
- Must be able to read and follow established job procedures and check lists.
Essential Physical Functions:
- Bending body downward/forward by bending spine at the waist
- Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)
- Bending the body downward/forward by bending leg/spine
- Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
- Standing, particularly for sustained periods of time
- Moving about on foot, particularly for long distances
- Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position
- Picking, pinching, typing or working with primarily the fingers
- Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm
- Verbalizing detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly
- Applying substantial movement/motion of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers in a repetitive manner
Physical Requirements: Exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Using arm/leg controls requiring exertion of forces greater than that required for sedentary work.
Physical Surroundings
- Subject to inside environmental conditions, with protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
- Subject to sufficient noise to cause one to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level.
- Subject to a variety of hazards including moving mechanical parts, electrical current, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.
- Subject to one or more of the following conditions: fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation.
Visual Acuity: Dealing with data and figures, accounting, transcription, computer terminal, extensive reading, visual inspection involving small defects/parts, operation or machines, using measurement devices, assembly or fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.
Company Info:
About Legrand
Representing more than 150 years of innovation, Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our purpose is improving lives by transforming the spaces where people live, work and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative and sustainable. Every day, over 39,000 Legrand employees work hard to enhance the buildings of tomorrow. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR) with revenue of 7 billion, and products sold in 180 countries. For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en
About Legrand North and Central America
Legrand North and Central America (LNCA) employs over 6,500 associates in 50 locations, working across six divisions/sector: Audio Visual, Building Controls Systems, Data Power and Controls, Electrical Wiring Systems, and Lighting. We hold a leading position in every North American market we serve and focus on exceeding our customers needs within the commercial, residential, and industrial industries. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. LNCA is an employee-centered, growing company with tremendous opportunity. For more information, visit legrand.us
About Legrands Electrical Wiring Systems Division
Legrands Electrical Wiring Systems (EWS) division provides the most complete line of residential, commercial, and industrial electrical wiring devices in the world. Through commitment to innovation and quality, EWS maintains the position of industry leader in wire and cable management and wiring devices categories, specializing in raceways, flexible floor, open space and outdoor power solutions, wire mesh cable trays and systems, and designer switches and outlets. With this comprehensive offering, EWS serves a range of exciting vertical markets, including commercial office and commercial interior, data centers, education, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, mixed-use developments and residential. For more information, visit legrand.us/electrical wiring devices
Equal Opportunity Employer