Die Plate Designer

Job DescriptionPosition informationPosition Title: Die Plate Designer

Business Unit: Gala Industries, Inc. (Gala)

Reports To:Die Plate Value Stream Manager

Position Location:Eagle Rock, VAFLSA Class: Position Type: Full-time

Main position objectivesThe Die Plate Designer provides the highest quality design and technical support for the Maag family of equipment to include: die plates and die plate related items. Working independently but supported by others, the incumbent is the die plate designer for our customer’s pelletizing systems.

Position description – Tasks, responsibilities, competencies Independently reviews specifications for the project. Determines what items need to be ordered.Provides customer CAD sketches & drawings.Meets tight design deadlines and work OT when requiredLeads technical discussions regarding design issues or proposed changes.Completes CAD models, detail drawings, bills of material, and shop information packets for shop fabrication.Assures all CAD model templates, DXF’s and other digital information is transferred to the CNC Programmers as necessaryOther tasks as assigned by manager.The incumbent considers all interests of quality, accident prevention and occupational safety as well as environmental safety in a preventive manner within his scope of responsibility and supports the avoidance of damages to people, facilities, assets, material and environment activelyThe incumbent is obliged to perform tasks requested by management that relate to his position scope or arise from company needs. This job description reflects current status, right to make changes reserved.

Work EnvironmentWork in this position is in an office and a factory floor environment, either locally or at a customer site.While performing the duties of this job in a factory setting, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud and PPE may be required.

Physical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to fingers, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Job SpecificationEducation (area of studies, Management, IT etc.)MandatoryAn Associate’s Degree or higher in mechanical designDesirableAny certifications in the use of mechanical design and/or analysis software (SolidWorks highly preferred)

Professional experience (description incl. No. of years)Mandatory

DesirableMechanical design experienceWillingness to travelExperienced in the use of SolidWorks

Interpersonal skills and behavioral competenciesMandatoryExcellent verbal and written communication skillsHighly organized and efficient in approaching tasksIndependent self-starter with ability to problem solve and anticipate and avoid issues Strong team player, work ethic and commitment to winCustomer-focused

Schedule: Monday to Friday 2 Shift 3 Shift Other: possible weekends or holidays as needed

Travel frequency in % (e.g. 1 week per month = 25%)Customer trip occasionally when required.

Company Profile

Gala Industries, Inc. (Gala) is an international manufacturer of pelletizing systems, centrifugal pellet dryers and accessory equipment.

Gala is a division of Maag - A Dover Company. The worldwide leading manufacturer of gear pumps, pelletizing systems and filtration systems for demanding applications in the plastics, chemical, petrochemical, and food industries.

The foundation of our success is found in Maag’s core values:• Collaborative Entrepreneurial Spirit• Winning Through Customers• High Ethical Standards, Openness, and Trust• Expectation for Results• Respect and Value People

Available benefits include:401K, paid annual holidays, medical coverage, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and more!

Maag and its related companies provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Maag is committed to protecting the safety, health and well-being of all employees and individuals in our workplace. Maag is a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace.