Tool & Model Maker

Responsibilities

• Constructs, alters, repairs, or maintains complex: Tooling, specialized handling devices, and mechanized tooling to support new manufacturing technologies
• Special production parts, model parts for prototype equipment, test and special equipment components requiring precise inter-related tolerances
• Development models and parts for new equipment undergoing design
• Specialized machinery used in production
• Miniature and sub-miniature tooling and or assemblies requiring a high skill of expertise
• Works to .00002 tolerances, and closer
• Provides expert support in fabrication techniques advises on design and builds optimization for form, fit, function, and cost
• Works closely with engineering, tool designers, manufacturing and manufacturing engineering personnel to exchange information or receive clarifications of the design specs or concepts to complete job assignments
• Set up and operate all types of machine tools to fabricate complex development hardware
• Determines methods and sequence of machining operations required and upon completion, assembles, adjusts and debugs the tooling/equipment
• Selects appropriate material for assignment based on knowledge of material qualities and application, as well as understanding sound heat treat techniques

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, technical training, or equivalent experience
• Associates degree preferred
• Typically requires a minimum of 1-2 years of related experience, i.e. Specialized knowledge of mechanical drawing and design, advanced shop mathematics, and related physical sciences, i.e. properties of various metals and plastics

Benefits

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.