Shop Technician
About The Position
The custom Shop Technician is responsible for making specialized, custom-ordered products that require additional expertise, attention to detail, and high quality. This role involves working closely with the Shop Manager, Purchasing staff, and Customer Service & Sales staff. The technician will be expected to read and interpret blueprints, operate CNC and manual machine shop equipment, perform extensive manual operations, assemble and fit fabricated components, and design/modify jigs and fixtures. They will also be responsible for inspecting and testing parts, troubleshooting nonconforming parts, developing and improving machining methods, maintaining shop equipment, and keeping accurate documentation. Additionally, the technician will assist with training, work independently on routine assignments, and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Requirements
- High School diploma required
- Basic math and critical thinking skills
- Detail-oriented mindset
- Data entry and computer skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Understanding of safety protocols and requirements
- Strong mechanical aptitude and precision handworking skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a shop environment where daily assignments and priorities may change.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent in Business, Economics, Supply Chain, or related field strongly preferred
- One to two years manufacturing / machine operation / assembly / hand tools / CNC machines experience strongly preferred
- Experience in a prototype, toolroom, job shop, or low-volume/high-mix manufacturing environment preferred.
- CNC and manual machining experience preferred.
- Fusion 360 CAD/CAM experience is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and product specifications to manufacture parts to required tolerances.
- Set up and operate CNC and manual machine shop equipment.
- Operate CNC machines, including loading fixtures, running programs, adjusting offsets, changing tooling, and making program edits as needed.
- Perform extensive manual operations including grinding, filing, fitting, polishing, deburring, drilling, tapping, forming, and surface finishing.
- Operate equipment including belt and wheel grinders, surface grinders, vertical mills, drilling/tapping equipment, and other shop machinery.
- Assemble, fit, and modify fabricated components using hand and power tools.
- Design and modify jigs and fixtures to support machining, assembly, and prototype work.
- Inspect and test parts to ensure dimensional and functional requirements are met.
- Troubleshoot nonconforming parts and perform adjustments or rework as necessary.
- Develop and improve machining, finishing, assembly, and testing methods for new or non-routine assignments.
- Maintain shop equipment, complete required maintenance logs, and report unsafe or failing equipment.
- Maintain accurate production and material transfer documentation.
- Assist with training and cross-training other shop personnel.
- Work independently on routine assignments with limited supervision.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
