Tooling Repair Technician (2nd Shift)
About The Position
Alexandria Industries is hiring a Tooling Repair Technician to maintain, repair, and improve tooling used throughout its manufacturing operations. The role builds and repairs jigs, fixtures, specialized equipment, and production tools while supporting continuous improvement. The work affects safety, quality, and production efficiency and involves machining equipment, CAD/CAM software, and collaboration with employees across multiple departments. The position is based in Alexandria, Minnesota. It is full-time, Monday through Friday, from 2:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Base pay is $23.00 to $37.99 per hour, plus a $1.50 differential for working second shift.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to read blueprints and understand geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
- Ability to use measuring and inspection tools.
- Basic math, computer, written communication, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to dust, fumes, loud noise, and moving mechanical parts.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds; items over 40 pounds require a team lift or crane.
- Ability to stand, walk, use repetitive hand motions, and perform bending, reaching, and other physical tasks throughout the workday.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in Machine Tool Technology or a related field.
- 3+ years of toolmaking, CNC setup, CNC programming, or machine operation experience.
- Experience with CAD and CAM programming.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate tool room equipment to build, modify, and repair tooling, fixtures, and specialized manufacturing equipment.
- Program and operate CNC machines and verify tooling performance after modifications.
- Create and update tooling designs using CAD/CAM software and document design changes, material usage, and labor time.
- Partner with production teams to troubleshoot issues and develop tooling solutions that support manufacturing operations.
- Order materials and components, maintain tooling inventory, and keep the work area organized.
Benefits
- Free onsite clinic offering routine care, labs, and vaccinations at no cost.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance from day one.
- Wellness program that can save $1,500 or more a year on medical premiums.
- Solarte Health provides $0 out-of-pocket services such as imaging, orthopedics, and mental health care for employees and their families on the medical plan.
- 401(k) with up to a 3% company match.
- 80 hours of PTO in the first year, plus 64 hours of paid holidays.
- 100% tuition reimbursement for job-related classes.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
