Lead Tool and Die Maker

Lead Tool and Die Maker
Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan

Work Distribution: 10–20% BTS facility in Grand Rapids / 50–60% customer facilities / 20–30% remote from your home

Company: Banyan Tooling Systems (BTS), the China division of Tooling Systems Group (TSG) that works closely with Guo Ji Tooling Systems (GTS)

• Work varies between shop tasks and travel assignments, depending on needs at that time.
• This is a full-time position, but hours will vary depending on the current workload.
• If traveling, most trips are just a day or two, but can be as much as a week on occasion. We like being home on the weekends and expect that you do too.
• Travel required, primarily throughout North America, with international travel a possibility.

• Maintain a safe work environment and consistently use required PPE
• Demonstrate a professional, can-do attitude and work effectively as part of a team
• Confidently troubleshoot new tool startups at customer facilities, often seeing the tool for the first time
• Read and interpret part prints, including GD&T requirements
• Collaborate with customers to ensure successful tool buyoffs
• Efficiently manage and support 1–2 tool and die makers
• Prioritize customer satisfaction as a key measure of success

• 10+ years of Tool and Die Maker experience
• Journeyman Tool and Die Maker certification
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a passport
• Eligible for domestic and international travel
• Ability to obtain and manage a company credit card and submit expense reports

• Basic computer skills
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint (preferred)
• Experience using CAD viewers
• Strong ability to read blueprints and GD&T
• Comprehensive knowledge of toolroom equipment and hand tools
• Welding experience preferred but not required (training provided)

• Manufacturing environment with moderate to loud noise levels
• Prolonged standing and walking
• Occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs

Is this job right for you? Contact us and lets find out.

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Compensation/Benefits: BTS offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes competitive pay, dental insurance, vision insurance, health insurance, short term disability, long term disability, company paid life insurance, voluntary life insurance, 401(k) plan with match, education reimbursement, paid vacation and holidays, and flex spending.

Other duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

BTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BTS does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need