Tool Setter

GKN Aerospace Careers•Wellington, KS

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The function of the Preset Tool Setter is to install cutting tools (drills, end mills, reamers, porting tools, back spot face tools, chamfer tools, etc..) into tool holders, to designated set lengths and runouts defined by the programming department. These tools will be used by the machine shops. Potential candidates for the Preset Tool Setter do not necessarily have to have prior experience. We have an excellent training group and process. They must however have a good attitude, mechanical ability, basic math, and an excellent attendance record. This is a 3rd Shift Position.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED or 3 years experience of manufacturing experience.
1 year of manufacturing experience.
Must have the ability to be certified to operate forklift.

Nice To Haves

GKN Experience
Experience working with hazardous materials and/or chemicals.
The ability to work as a team player as well as independently is required.
Knowledge and experience in trouble shooting or safety, quality and technical issues with co-workers, quality and engineering functions.
Must be willing to work in repetitive production environment with concern for meeting cost, quality and schedule requirements.
Must be able to read blue prints, schematics and diagrams.

Responsibilities

Uses computer software to find and print correct revision Tool Set-up sheets for jobs.
Follows Tool Set-up sheet (MSTA) to order tools from Tool Crib.
Verifies correct tools are received per tool sheet.
Uses hand tools (such as torque wrenches) and Heat Shrink machine to remove and secure cutting tools that need to be replaced.
Identifies which tools are to be ran again per the tool sheet (QPP).
Uses scales, calipers and height gages to set tool lengths in various tool holders.
Uses Heat Shrink machine and various torque wrenches to secure tools in holders.
Uses Zoller Measuring machines as well as precision measuring tools to verify a multitude of various dimensions.
Labels tools.
Verifies all tools meet the dimensions and quantities per part on the MSTA.
Communicates well with programmers, Engineers, Peers, and Management the changes and obstacles necessary to perform the Preset functions.
Maintains a clean and safe work space.
Works well as a team player in a fast paced environment.