1st shift Toolshop Technician- Entry Level

Toolshop TechnicianIMS Gear, a leading producer of gear technologies for the automotive industry, is seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our team. With a history spanning over 160 years, IMS Gear has consistently grown, thanks to our customer-centric approach, problem-solving expertise, and an open corporate culture with flat hierarchies. Headquartered in Donaueschingen, Germany, we operate globally with a workforce of about 3,600 employees across Europe, North America, and Asia.We are currently seeking a skilled Tool Shop Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining, cleaning, repairing and inspecting plastic injection molds. Documenting of all changes.Job Type: Full-time 1st shift (8:00 am to 4:30 pm)Work Location: In person (Gainesville, GA)Responsibilities:Assembling and disassembling of injection mold and stamping diesPreventive maintenance and cleaning of injection moldsTroubleshooting of Plastic Injection Molds as and when neededPerforming Basic repairsMold inspection and replacement of standard componentsOperating overhead craneOperating manual machines is a plus (lathe, grinder, mill etc.)Organization of work areaReporting all repairs and maintenance tasks in the systemFollowing International Automotive Task Force quality standards IATF 16949Escalation of issues to managerTeam work assisting others with daily tasksFollowing Internal Quality Issues procedure IQIEnsuring safety rules and policies are followedHousekeeping 5S-StandardOther duties assignedEducation Requirements:Vocational or Certificate Training: desiredMinimum 3 years of work experience with injection molds in a high volume manufacturing environment is a mustSkills Requirements:Good reading comprehension of work instructionsGood verbal and written communication skillsGood ability to work in a team environmentGood organizational skillsDetail orientedGood technical skillsBasic knowledge of injection molding process - preferredGood machining experience (turning, milling, grinding)Basic ability to read blueprintsBasic understanding of metric systemGood knowledge of measurement devicesBasic computer skillsAttendance and punctualitySome of Your Benefits:401 (k) & 401 (k) matchingHealth, Dental, Medical, Vision insuranceCompany Paid Life insuranceCompany Paid Short term and Long term disability insurance15 Days of paid time-off and 10 paid holidaysWork Environment/Physical Demands:Lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. other lifting assisted by cranePushing and Pulling up to 50 lbs. using material handling equipmentConstant standing, handling and using fingersFrequent walking, bending, reaching outward and reaching above shouldersOccasional squatting and kneelingIMS Gear is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We embrace individuals from all backgrounds and provide employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, or veteran status.If you are ready to contribute to our success and experience your own wow moments, apply now to be part of the IMS Gear family!