Tooling Technician - Day Shift

Position Responsibilities

• Tool Preparation & Assembly
• Assemble tooling according to setup and production requirements
• Preset, measure, and verify tool assemblies (length, diameters) using presetting equipment
• Calibrate equipment to ensure accuracy in the manufacturing process
• Tool Maintenance & Repair
• Inspect tooling for wear, damage, and usability
• Remove worn or damaged tools from service
• Coordinate tool regrinding, repair, and refurbishment activities
• Tool Inventory Management
• Maintain inventory of cutting tools, tool holders, inserts, and related tooling to prevent shortages
• Partner with vendors to obtain quotes and manage lead times/delivery schedules
• Place purchase requisitions for tooling inserts, consumables, and supplies, and expedite order as needed
• Production Support
• Issue and receive tooling to and from CNC machining cells
• Respond promptly to tooling requests from production personnel
• Support machine changeovers and new product launches
• Afford assistance in monitoring tool usage to help identify cost reduction opportunities

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic mechanical aptitude and dexterity
• Familiarity with tool holders, inserts, drills, end mills, taps, and measuring equipment
• Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Strong organizational, communication, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Able to work independently and collaboratively across the organization
• Work as a team player and communicate work related issues as needed
• Able to stand, sit, and walk between departments and buildings across campus locations
• Hand dexterity
• Able to lift up to 35 pounds