Join a team known for elevating careers and soar to new heights as a Level 2 Toolmaker!
 
Position Purpose:
The Toolmaker II is responsible for laying out, constructing, and assembling tools from Tool Design, Engineering drawings, and/or hand sketches under general supervision. This position requires performing necessary calculations for material requirements, speed and feed calculations, and the setup and operation of tool shop machinery. The Toolmaker II ensures that the tools meet required specifications and quality standards.
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Tool Fabrication and Setup: Set up and operate various tool shop machinery and equipment (such as mills, lathes, grinders, and CNC machines) to fabricate and assemble high-quality tooling. Use Tool Design, Engineering drawings, and/or hand sketches to construct tools in accordance with established specifications. Ensure tools are fabricated to required standards and meet operational needs. Material Calculations and Machining: Perform calculations related to material requirements, including determining the proper materials, speeds, and feeds needed for machining functions. Select and use appropriate materials to manufacture tooling and parts in compliance with engineering specifications. Precision Measurement and Quality Control: Set up and utilize precision measuring tools, such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges, to check and verify the accuracy of fabricated tooling. Ensure all work is performed with precision, checking for conformance to specifications and quality standards. Inspect own work and correct any discrepancies or defects prior to final inspection. Tool Prove-Out and Rework: Assist with the tool prove-out process on new and reworked tooling to ensure they meet performance standards. Provide feedback for tool modifications or improvements as necessary. Safety and Workspace Organization: Comply with all safety regulations and maintain a safe work environment at all times. Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work area, following best practices for tool storage, handling, and workplace cleanliness.  
Additional Responsibilities: Equipment Operation and Material Handling: Operate material handling equipment, such as carts and forklifts, for transporting materials and tools within the work area. Ensure that all equipment is used in compliance with safety regulations and company procedures. Continuous Improvement: Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancements to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall product quality. Documentation and Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate records of tool fabrication and modifications, including tracking materials used, machine settings, and part specifications. Other Duties: Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor or department lead to support the goals of the team and company.  
Other Requirements: Technical Skills and Knowledge: Strong understanding of and the ability to apply shop math for tool fabrication calculations. Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical documentation. Solid experience with conventional machining processes such as milling, turning, grinding, and EDM (electrical discharge machining). Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as required during the fabrication and transportation of materials and tools. Equipment Handling: Ability to set up, operate, and maintain tool shop machinery and equipment. Familiarity with operating cart and forklift equipment for material handling. Geometric Dimensional Tolerancing (GD&T): Familiarity with and the ability to apply Geometric Dimensional Tolerancing (GD&T) principles in tool design and machining. Knowledge in GD&T is highly preferred. Safety Practices: Must have a strong commitment to workplace safety and the safe operation of machinery and equipment. Ability to use personal protective equipment (PPE) and adhere to safety protocols. Work Schedule: Ability to work a full shift, with the flexibility to work overtime or adjust hours as required by production demands.  
Qualifications: Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Experience: Minimum of 3 years of machine shop experience and/or completion of machine shop training at a Vocational Technical School. Experience with conventional machining is a must. Candidates with experience in Geometric Dimensional Tolerancing (GD&T) are preferred. Valid Driver’s License required for operating carts and forklifts. Skills: Proficiency in conventional machining techniques. Experience with precision measuring tools and quality control standards. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.

Pay Details: $28.75 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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