Tooling Technician | B Shift
Job Summary: Support manufacturing operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing all facilities and manufacturing equipment in a safe and orderly manner. We are open to candidates across all experience levels (Tooling Tech I through IV).
Shift & Schedule:
- B Shift: 5:15 PM – 5:15 AM
- Continental Schedule 2-2-3 (no rotation)
Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic problems on plant facilities and production equipment
- Troubleshoot tooling issues and handle tooling setup and basic equipment operation
- Assist with dimensional improvements requiring tooling shim moves to improve part quality
- Assist in implementing and improving preventive maintenance programs; perform scheduled maintenance as required
- Maintain and update equipment records, shim logs, schematics, blueprints, and files
- Perform routine tasks in bench repair, assembly, machinery upkeep, layout, inspection, quality control, welding, drilling, tapping, sizing, tooling assembly, and fitting parts
- Maintain department repair parts stock and inventory
- Communicate maintenance concerns to management and shift leaders with complete action plans and status reports
- Work with all shifts on design and development of improved methods and equipment through continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles
- Attend daily pre-shift meetings and carry out assigned workloads
- Ensure all work complies with OSHA, NEC, JIC, and DNR standards
Requirements:
- High School diploma or GED required; certificate or degree in Industrial Maintenance or related field preferred
- Experience with mills, lathes, grinders, drill presses, and saws
- Basic CNC programming and machine setup experience
- Ability to troubleshoot dimensional issues
- Ability to use calipers and micrometers effectively
- Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical systems
- Ability to apply reverse engineering concepts to remake parts
- Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation
- Computer proficiency – Microsoft Word, Excel
- Prior experience in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. unassisted
- Forklift license and boom/scissor lift license (or ability to obtain)
- Must be comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces