TOOLING SPECIALIST

Wood-Mizer Products•Batesville, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Tooling Specialist at Wood-Mizer is a skilled manufacturing professional responsible for the fabrication, modification, repair, and maintenance of tooling, fixtures, and jigs that support production operations. This role utilizes manual machining, welding, and fabrication techniques to build and maintain tooling used throughout the manufacturing process. The Tooling Specialist works from prints, sketches, or concepts to produce precision components and tooling that enable efficient and reliable production. This position requires strong hands-on mechanical aptitude, experience with manual machine tools, and the ability to independently troubleshoot and resolve tooling issues.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training in machining or manufacturing preferred.
5+ years of experience in machining, tooling, tool & die, or related manufacturing environment.
Experience operating manual machine tools such as mills and lathes.
Experience fabricating or maintaining tooling, fixtures, and jigs.
Welding and fabrication experience.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints.
Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience designing or modifying tooling concepts from sketches or ideas.
Experience working in a manufacturing production environment.
Familiarity with CAD software for tooling design (preferred but not required).

Responsibilities

Fabricate, modify, and repair production tooling, fixtures, and jigs used in manufacturing operations.
Maintain and service existing tooling to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable production performance.
Diagnose tooling issues and implement corrective actions to restore functionality.
Set up and operate manual milling machines, lathes, grinders, and other shop equipment to manufacture tooling components.
Machine parts to precise tolerances using appropriate measuring instruments and inspection methods.
Interpret blueprints, drawings, and sketches to produce accurate components.
Design, build, and modify manufacturing fixtures and jigs to support production processes.
Develop practical tooling solutions to improve efficiency, repeatability, and quality in manufacturing operations.
Create basic designs or layouts for tooling concepts when detailed prints are not available.
Perform welding and fabrication tasks required to construct or repair tooling and fixtures.
Modify structural elements of fixtures and tooling as needed to support production requirements.
Work closely with production teams to address tooling-related challenges.
Provide technical support related to tooling setup, adjustments, and maintenance.
Maintain organized tooling documentation and ensure proper care and storage of tooling.

Benefits

Employee Ownership – Become a true owner through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and share directly in Wood-Mizer’s growth and success.
Retirement Savings – Build your future with a 401(k) plus company match into your ESOP account.
Performance Incentives – Earn extra rewards tied to your contributions and results.
Flexible Pay Options – Choose from multiple pay methods, including our Wages On-Demand program that lets you access earned wages daily.
Paid Time Off from Day One – Begin accruing PTO with your first paycheck, plus enjoy paid holidays and additional leave for life events such as marriage, birth, or adoption.
Free Health Care Access – Receive FREE access to Wood-Mizer Health Clinics (through Marathon Health) when enrolled in our insurance plan.
Comprehensive Insurance – Health, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance, plus options for supplemental coverage and short- and long-term disability.
Community Impact – Be part of our Workplace Giving Programs and receive special recognition and benefits for serving others through donations or volunteer work.
Education Assistance – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to reach your long-term career and learning goals.
Annual Allowances – Receive reimbursement for safety boots and glasses, plus yearly funds for Wood-Mizer apparel and branded gear.
Everyday Perks – Enjoy company events and outings, free coffee and fruit, birthday and anniversary gift cards, referral bonuses, discounted shipping, and much more.