Tooling Technician 1
About The Position
The Tooling Technician will be responsible for ensuring machinists are supplied with adequate tooling and equipment for each CNC machine in use. This role involves maintaining inventory for tools and other items needed to run CNC machines, working closely with Machinists, Scheduling, and Leadership to prioritize machine setup carts, and cleaning, dressing, and breaking down tooling using appropriate cleaning methods. The technician will select holding fixtures, attachments, accessories, and materials for machines such as mills, lathes, jig borers, grinders, and shapers to maintain .0005 tolerances. Additionally, the role requires documenting all instances and circumstances of scrapped tooling, communicating effectively with peers, and working with precision measuring tools like micrometers, calipers, and indicators. The technician will also report machine failures, non-conformance, spills, accidents, EHS concerns, and maintenance requests immediately. Participation in P5S initiatives, performing basic preventative maintenance on machines daily, and adhering to all safety programs including PPE and safe operating practices are also key responsibilities. This position may require exposure to information subject to US Export Control regulations (ITAR or EAR), and all applicants must be US persons.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 1 Year manufacturing experience.
- Ability to read and comprehend verbal and written instructions in English.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide all units of measure including decimal fractions.
- Vision and depth perception suitable for use of inspection microscopes.
- Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
- Ability to either stand or walk for extended periods.
- Must be able to independently dress tools.
- Must pass criminal background check and drug screen.
- Eligible to work in an ITAR environment.
Responsibilities
- Maintains inventory for tools and other items needed to run CNC machines.
- Works closely with Machinists, Scheduling, and Leadership to prioritize machine setup carts in order of need.
- Cleans, dresses, and break down tooling using appropriate cleaning methods.
- Selects holding fixtures, attachments, accessories, and materials for machines such as mills, lathes, jig borers, grinders, and shapers to maintain .0005 tolerances.
- Documents all instances and circumstances of scrapped tooling utilizing proper forms and pass down reports.
- Communicate effectively with peers on and off shift to ensure continuous effective machine utilization.
- Routinely works with precision measuring tools like micrometers, calipers, and indicators.
- Measure tools for operators or less experienced team members.
- Reports machine failures, non-conformance, spills, accidents, EHS concerns and maintenance requests immediately.
- Participates in P5S initiatives; keep machinery clean and machine area clear of debris.
- Address spills, gauges, and sensors immediately.
- Responsible for performing audits of area to ensure compliance with P5S standards.
- Performs basic preventative maintenance on machines daily and records.
- Adhere to all safety programs including PPE and safe operating practices.
- May train others on departmental safety procedures.
- Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, benefits, and hours
- 120 hours of vacation accrued per year to start (that's 3 weeks/year for regular 8-hour shifts!)
- 10 Paid Holidays per year
- 401(k)
- 401(k) company match
- Pension
- Medical insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible schedules
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off to Volunteer
- paid Leave options
- employer-paid Pension
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
