Toolmaker

Celestica International Inc. • Maple Grove, MN

140d

About The Position

The Machinist 2 position involves planning, laying out, and performing machining operations using manual mills, lathes, surface grinders, and CNC mills. The role includes performing bench work to construct, alter, and repair molds, fixtures, jigs, and assembly machines, with repairs made by copying broken parts, from verbal instructions, and from concept drawings. The machinist will work from complicated drawings, sketches, handbook formulas, and specifications, and in the absence of design drawings, will proceed from verbal instructions and/or concept drawings. The position requires performing complex machining and grinding operations that necessitate frequent improvising and adaptations of machines and tools. The machinist will also create Solid Works models and programs for the plate fabrication department as needed, assist with the setup of molds, maintain and repair plastic injection molds to support production, and build, design, and maintain tools for production while instructing others on their use and care.

Requirements

• A minimum of four years of similar toolmaking experience as an apprentice toolmaker or combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of CNC Mill set-up and programming.
• Requires a very high degree of precision tolerances at times less than .001.
• Must possess specific certifications as defined by site operations.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of machine operations.
• In-depth knowledge of product quality issues.
• In-depth knowledge of GDT.
• In-depth knowledge of programs, macros, and cam software.
• Ability to recognize errors in the g code and make edits prior to machining.
• Ability to set up, operate, calibrate and maintain machines and tools.
• Ability to recognize and address problems in the production process.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of internal and external customers.
• Ability to work effectively with team members and lead the team to high quality production within tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Plan, layout and perform machining operations with manual mills, lathes, surface grinders and CNC mills.
• Perform bench work to construct, alter, and repair molds, fixtures, jigs, and assembly machines.
• Work from complicated drawings, sketches, handbook formulas and specifications.
• Perform complex machining and grinding operations requiring complicated setups.
• Perform critical bench operations involving polishing, fitting and aligning component parts.
• Create Solid Works models and programs for the plate fabrication department.
• Assist with setup of molds.
• Maintain and repair plastic injection molds to support production.
• Build, design and maintain tools for production.
• Proceed on work assignments with minimum supervision.
• Responsible for quality of workmanship and dimensional accuracy.
• Keep facilities, materials, and work area clean and organized.
• Use safety practices and take prompt action to correct problems.
• Assist co-workers to meet work unit goals.
• Actively seek continuous improvement opportunities.
• Train other employees and assist in orientation of new employees.
• Perform other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees