Yokohama Tire

Overview

The Tool Designer is responsible for providing precision engineered tooling support for development and continuous operations, ensuring components and equipment meet specifications for safety, reliability, and sustainability. The role involves designing, coordinating, and implementing die and tooling systems while applying rubber flow techniques to produce high-quality products.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and install dies for rubber flow consistency, reliability, and productivity.
• Verify compliance of flow to design specifications and tolerances.
• Discuss and solve complex problems with other technical departments.
• Manage tool and die projects using sound principles and techniques.
• Develop, test, and evaluate theoretical designs.
• Monitor and commission rubber transport equipment and assist with troubleshooting and repairs.
• Provide maintenance department with appropriate documentation and training on systems.
• Prepare documentation, reports, and updates on engineering specifications related to studies and projects.
• Provide technical support to technical, maintenance, and production operations.

Requirements

• Good knowledge of structural mechanics and dynamics.
• Analytical thought process.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficient in milling and welding.
• Knowledge of CAD, CNC, machining, welding, and other precision tooling processes.
• Experience working successfully in both team and individual environments.
• High School Diploma.
• AA Degree preferred or commensurate experience in Tool Design.

Additional Information

• Ability to travel for training assignments to domestic and foreign facilities.
• Limited domestic travel for educational, technical, or business-related opportunities.
• Able to spend time walking the production areas and talking with operators and maintenance associates.
• Can climb 3 floors of stairs.
• Use of welders, mills, lathes, hand tools, and meters for performing evaluations.