Inside the Role

As part of the Gastonia Parts Plant team, you are responsible for operating all Tool & Dye equipment. The candidate for this position will have a passion for process improvements, a keen eye to detail, and love numbers. Leading with the Daimler Values of passion, respect, integrity, and discipline is an absolute must.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Typically requires high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities:

Maintain, Repair and Build Dies, Jigs, Fixtures and Detailed Tooling Components
Install and repair die tooling, working with Progressive Stamping Presses
Troubleshoot probable causes of defective parts pertaining to tool & die repairs
Use root-cause failure analysis to make improvements


Basic Required Skills & Experience:

High school diploma (or equivalent) required
Documentation substantiating 8 years of practical experience in Tool & Die Making
Must be able to demonstrate the ability to set-up and operate Tool & Die equipment  
Working knowledge of Auto-Cad for reading blue prints and mapping die components
Must be able to operate Manual Mills, Lathes, Surface Grinders and CNC Equipment
Must be able to set-up and operate mills, lathes, surface grinders and CNC machining equipment 
Hands on experience with drill presses, die grinders, air tools and basic tool and die hand tools 
Hands on experience with calipers, micrometer and measurement equipment


Basic Preferred Skills & Experience:

EDM experience
Technical degree

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Gastonia, NC US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Onsite

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.