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BASCO Schmidt - An API Heat Transfer Company

Tool & Die Repair Apprentice C - Day Shift

BASCO Schmidt - An API Heat Transfer Company
Poplar Bluff, MOPosted Yesterday

Job Description

Position Description

Uses basic technical knowledge to troubleshoot and repair plant production equipment. Performs duties associated with the setup of a variety of production equipment to produce quality product.

Job Responsibilities

  • Tooling Specialization: Focuses exclusively on the troubleshooting and repair of stamping and casting dies to ensure production quality.
  • Machinist Equipment Operation: Learns to set up and operate manual and/or CNC machine shop equipment (such as mills, lathes, and grinders) to fabricate or modify die parts.
  • Curriculum Completion: Actively participates in and completes the Tooling U-SME training curriculum, focusing on modules related to die design, materials, and machining.
  • On-the-Job Training: Works under the guidance of Mentors and Engineers to perform precision bench work, including sharpening, shimming, and timing of die components.
  • Safety & Quality: Maintains strict adherence to safety and quality requirements, ensuring all die adjustments bring parts into exact specifications.
  • Collaboration: Works closely with die designers and engineers to resolve complex tooling issues and improve die performance.
  • Progress Documentation: Maintains meticulous records of training hours and competency sign-offs to meet mandated wage progression milestones.

Job Skills Requirements

  • Mechanical Aptitude: Must successfully pass a standardized mechanical aptitude test prior to entry.

  • Machining Interest: A strong desire to develop precision machining skills and an understanding of tool steel properties.

  • Foundational Knowledge: Basic understanding of tooling practices and the ability to interpret technical drawings or blueprints.

  • Soft Skills: Excellent teamwork and communication skills to effectively learn from assigned mentors.

  • Computer Literacy: Ability to navigate digital learning platforms for Tooling U-SME coursework.

Education

High School diploma

Experience Requirements

No prior machining experience required, but candidates must demonstrate a high mechanical aptitude and a commitment to a multi-year learning path.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

May be required to lift or carry products, parts, and/or other materials of various sizes and weights. (Frequently 5 – 25 pounds), (Occasionally 25 – 75 pounds), (Rarely greater than 75 pounds)
Ability to stand and/or walk constantly over a full work shift (8-12 hours)
Ability to perform occasional to frequent pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, twisting, crawling and/or reaching over a full work shift (8-12 hours)
Ability to use power/vibrating tools over a full work shift (8-12 hours)
Ability to operate motorized vehicles over a full work shift (8-12 hours)
Exposure to noise levels for which hearing protection is required to be worn over a full work shift (8-12 hours)

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About BASCO Schmidt - An API Heat Transfer Company
11-50 employees
Buffalo, New York, US
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