Tool Mechanic at Woodbridge Corporation in Fremont, Ohio

Job Description:

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Business Unit: Moulded Foam

Hiring Manager: Paul Caldwell

About Woodbridge

We are innovators using advanced technology to manufacture next generation products. We are pioneers in foam technology science and provide our products to customers in multiple industries. We are a global team of over 7,000 teammates strong who are laser focused on quality, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability. We are proud to give back to the communities in which we live and work through our Woodbridge Cares programs that serves communities around the world through volunteerism and philanthropy. We are a people centric organization that has been awarded numerous recognitions for our commitment to manufacturing excellence and innovation. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of foam technology.

Woodbridge Culture

Woodbridge takes immense pride in its robust corporate (think people first, innovation, lets get to it, manufacturing focused) culture, which serves our customers, Teammates, and the world. We're thrilled to share that in 2024, Woodbridge has been awarded Deloitte's Best Managed designation for eight consecutive years. This accolade is not just an award; it's a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation, inspiring you to be a part of our journey!

What's in it for you?

• Competitive Compensation & Benefits Plan
• Defined Contribution Plan with additional company match - Automatic company contribution to a top quartile retirement savings plan with more incentives to match
• Flexible Working Hours
• Employee Assistance Program with free access to health and wellness coaches
• Continuous Learning Culture - We believe in Upskilling & Internal Promotions!

Responsibilities:

1. Follow given daily shop activities to completion.
2. Reporting daily activities.
3. Solving Production Tooling issues.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education: High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

Experience: Any combination of training and work experience which indicates possession of skills to carry Tooling Department tasks.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Proven abilities demonstrated in the following:

• Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to transfer knowledge to others.
• Excellent attendance and disciplinary record.
• Troubleshooting problems on line and in the shop.
• Self starter, with demonstrated continuous improvement traits; effective at working independently.
• Perform tasks through completion.
• Safe working habits.
• Expanding on ideas and suggesting improvements.
• Be able to work on any shift.
• Tool tech responsibilities such as : Welding and Fabricating Skills and Experience, Hydraulic / Pneumatic Applications, Blue print reading, Tool modifications and reseals, must pass tool tech ability evaluation, must be forklift certified.
• Tooling employees will be fully trained in HAZMAT.
• Act as members of the Emergence Response team for the purpose of maintaining and replacing chemical processing and handling equipment.
• Additional training and periodic recertification will also be part of the job too maintain and provide adequate employee protection.
• Be available to work overtime.

Working Conditions: Majority of time in a production environment and travel as needed. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit and use hand to fingers, handle of feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to bend, walk, balance, talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift, push or pull up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Working Schedule: Standard work hours will consist of 8 hours per day, 5 days per week on an assigned shift. Schedule hours may be altered as required by the training needs of employees or equipment breakdown. Ability to work overtime or irregular hours to include Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays as requested.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situation.

Woodbridge is committed to fostering a diverse workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants without regard to race, colour, ancestry, creed, place of origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know, and we will do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

Nearest Major Market: Toledo
Nearest Secondary Market: Cleveland

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