Tool Room Technician

Gates Corporation • Rochester Hills, MI

1d • $25 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

The Tool Room Technician performs skilled machining, maintenance, and repair of tooling, fixtures, and precision components to support manufacturing, engineering, and prototype activities. This role executes assigned tasks with a high degree of accuracy and consistency, working within established processes and procedures. The position requires technical competence, attention to detail, and the ability to resolve routine tooling issues while escalating more complex problems to senior technicians or engineers.

Requirements

• 4–8 years of experience in a tool room, machining, or manufacturing maintenance environment
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Proficiency operating manual machining equipment (lathe, mill, grinder)
• Ability to read and follow technical drawings and work instructions
• Basic understanding of GD&T and dimensional tolerancing
• Skilled in the use of precision measurement instruments
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to follow standard work processes and safety protocols
• Effective communication and collaboration with engineering and production teams
• Basic troubleshooting skills for tooling and equipment issues

Nice To Haves

• Technical training in machining, tool & die, or related field preferred
• Experience in a prototype or development-focused environment
• Exposure to CNC machining or programming (support-level, not primary responsibility)
• Familiarity with tooling maintenance systems or work order tracking tools
• Basic welding or fabrication skills

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, repair, and minor modification of tooling, fixtures, and gauges used in manufacturing and prototype environments
• Execute machining operations using manual equipment such as lathes, mills, and grinders, following detailed instructions and drawings
• Interpret basic technical drawings and specifications to produce or repair components within defined tolerances
• Use precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, etc.) to verify dimensional accuracy and compliance
• Support engineering and production teams by completing assigned tooling tasks and adjustments in a timely manner
• Assist with prototype builds, tooling setups, and simple modifications under the direction of senior technicians or engineers
• Record work performed, including maintenance and repair activities, in accordance with established documentation practices
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in the tool room
• Identify and report tooling issues, defects, or process deviations and escalate as appropriate
• Follow all safety, quality, and operational standards consistently

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 3 or 2 weeks of paid vacation
• 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating)
• 8 sick days

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED