Tooling Repair Technician (2nd Shift)

Alexandria Industries • Alexandria, MN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Alexandria Industries is hiring a Tooling Repair Technician to maintain, repair, and improve tooling used throughout its manufacturing operations. The technician builds and repairs jigs, fixtures, specialized equipment, and production tools, while contributing to continuous improvement. The work affects safety, quality, and production efficiency. The role involves machining equipment, CAD/CAM software, and collaboration with employees across multiple departments to solve manufacturing challenges. This is a full-time position in Alexandria, Minnesota, scheduled Monday through Friday from 2:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

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.
• Three or more 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 coverage from day one.
• Wellness program that can save $1,500 or more annually on medical premiums.
• Solarte Health provides $0 out-of-pocket costs for services such as imaging, orthopedics, and mental health care for employees and their families enrolled in 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.

What This Job Offers

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