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Tooling Technician
Dodge Center, MN
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Job Title: Tooling Technician (Direct Hire - 2 openings/1 per shift)

Location: Dodge Center, MN

Shift needs: 2nd Shift: 5:00 PM - 3:30 AM, Monday - Friday

Compensation: $25-30/hour, with benefits & PTO

 

Role Overview:

The positions within Tooling Technician are responsible for a wide variety of repair work on jigs, fixtures, and building new tools to support Change Notices & NPD launches using 2D drawings. The employee must be able to troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical problems. They assist in training new employees and must maintain a clean and safe working environment.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Sr. Welder willing to read GD&T on prints to build tools.
  • Communicate verbally with co-workers to maintain a safe working environment.
  • A strong desire to accept tooling challenges and take them on to help the company succeed is a must.
  • Follow written and verbal instructions to complete tasks.
  • Lift light and/or heavy parts on and off a cart, floor, shelf, etc.
  • Check and review work orders and complete tasks on a priority basis.
  • Inspect and troubleshoot hydraulic, plumbing, and mechanical problems.
  • Replace and/or repair worn-out, broken, and damaged components on jigs and fixtures.
  • Operate a crane/hoist for heavy lifting. Operate forklift, tow motor, tractors, and other facility vehicles safely.
  • Inspect forklifts and tow motors before, during, and after operation.
  • Operate jigs and fixtures shop equipment like CNC lathe, CNC Mill, standard drilling, and saw machine.
  • Transport tools, parts, supplies, and equipment safely throughout the facility.
  • Use a variety of hand and power tools.
  • Report repair statuses to department supervisors.
  • Communicate using handheld radios with other tool techs or assistant supervisor.
  • Knowledge in metal fabrication, and/or technical equipment.
  • Assist co-workers with heavy lifting of parts.
  • Sweep and clean shop areas.
  • Work required hours and have an excellent attendance record.
  • Work overtime and support weekends during planned shutdowns and to keep delivery projects on time as needed.
  • Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
  • Communicate with supervisors or engineers about missing parts.
  • Inspire oneself and others to reach a goal and/or perform the best when performing a task.
  • Support SMS audits and perform jigs Preventive maintenance.
  • Work closely with engineers and adapt to changes driven by new strategies.

 

Basic Qualifications:

  • Certified Sr. Welder
  • Forklift Certified
  • At least 5 years of welding experience

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience running CNC Machines in jigs shop.
  • Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly, keeping safety and quality standards high.
  • Perform all assigned tasks.
  • Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills.
  • Recognize and react to abnormal operating conditions.
  • Follow instructions from supervisors and co-workers.
  • Use and wear personal protective equipment as indicated.
  • Hear safety alarms, co-workers, and communications from handheld radios.
  • Perform counting tasks.
  • Read safety manuals, blueprints, and work orders.
  • Understand and identify safety issues.
  • Maintain balance when walking and standing on potential slippery work floors.
  • Maintain balance when climbing onto forklift trucks, ladders, and steps.
  • Individually lift and manipulate parts/equipment weighing up to 80 pounds.
  • Tolerate constant standing and sitting while performing tasks.
  • Tolerate occasional kneeling, crouching, and confined space while performing tasks.
  • Have good hand-eye coordination.
  • Use both hands for tool operation, carrying of parts, and assisting co-workers with heavy lifting.
  • Operate and access heavy equipment safely and effectively.
  • Remember task sequences and safety constraints.
  • Act in a self-confident manner to facilitate completion of work assignments.
  • Organize prints to track parts received from fab and vendors during tool builds.
  • Utilize available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.



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