Job Objective: : Accomplish specific objectives toward departmental safety, tool build proficiency and accuracy, departmental training certification, HTH department mechanical support, departmental procedural and environmental compliance.
3rd Shift: 10:45pm - 6:45am
Essential Job Functions: Daily tooling mechanic job functions will include, and are not limited to the following:
- Successfully complete training, and show expert proficiency in all applicable tooling department procedures
- Insure daily that all tooling department activities are conducted safely, and all safety concerns are addressed immediately.
- Demonstrate a materials familiarity with metals, plastics, cleaning agents, and lubricants.
- Insure the accurate and defect free completion of scheduled tool builds, die preparation, and roll preparation in accordance with manufacturing’s production schedule.
- Successfully troubleshoot technical and/or quality issues concerning tooling, dies, or rolls.
- Work within a team to drive SMED (single minute exchange of dies) principles in HTH line change overs. Including; roll changes, die changes, and other mechanical line preparation.
- Successfully complete forklift driver training.
- Verify on a daily basis that working practices are in accordance with departmental procedures, and company policies.
- Verify on a daily basis that working practices are in accordance with established Environmental Management Systems.
- Insure the timely completion of all tooling department preventative maintenance assignments.
- Constantly pursue continuous improvement opportunities for optimizing tooling methods and machinery.
- Move chemicals and or waste within the facility.
- Maintain the chemical storage area(s) and/or waste storage area(s) in a clean and orderly manner.
- Packages, labels, and prepares wastes for storage and transportation as requested.
- Inspects the facility and equipment regularly, notifies appropriate personnel of any incidents or occurrences that may trigger implementation of the Contingency Plan.
Job Qualifications: Minimum Required:
- Three years experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Good eyesight, and dexterity.
- Computer literate (MS WORD, EXCEL).
- Effective interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Ability to be trained, and versed in TS2 standards.
- Ability to be trained, and versed in Environmental Management Systems.
- Ability to become trained, and licensed as a forklift driver.
- Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Associates degree in a technical field or four years of equivalent experience and skills in metalworking, plumbing, and comprehension in complex electrical and mechanical drawings.
Desired:
- Prior experience in technical related field (machinist, maintenance, engineering).
- Ability to prioritize, and complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to manage time effectively, and work under strict time constraints.
- Ability to be flexible in all job assignments, and cross-train as required.
- Ability to work independently toward assignment completion.
OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFETY AND EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING
Fostering a culture where people thrive—safely, purposefully, and with opportunity. At Velcro USA Inc., we are committed to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow. We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and generous time-off to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Our culture encourages advancement and provides opportunities for both personal and professional development.
Safety is a core value at Velcro USA Inc. and an essential part of every role. We are dedicated to maintaining a safe, healthy work environment through strict adherence to our Global Safety Rules and our goal of achieving Zero Injuries of Any Kind (ZIAK). Employees are expected to complete required safety training, use personal protective equipment (PPE), report unsafe conditions, and follow protocols for fall protection, lockout/tagout (LOTO), hot work, and confined spaces. Together, we foster a culture of prevention, accountability, and care.
Health and Welfare Benefits:
- Medical and Prescription Coverage (HSA and HRA Options)
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Award Winning Wellness and Incentive Program
- Life Insurance
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Business Travel Accident Insurance
- Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Retirement Savings Plan
- 401(k) Saving Plan with generous 5.5% Company match and Immediate Vesting
Time-Off Benefits
- Paid Vacation Time
- Paid Sick Time
- Paid Parental Leave
- 13 Paid Company Holidays
Other Benefits and Programs
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Financial Wellness Benefit – Smart Dollar®
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Employee Resource Groups
- Charitable or Educational Matching Gift Program
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
Velcro Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
