Shift: 1st Shift | 5:00 AM – 1:00 PM CST | Monday–Friday
Overtime: Occasional Saturday and OT required
Position Overview
The Tool Maker will plan, construct, alter, and repair a wide range of tools, jigs, fixtures, prototypes, and special parts. The role requires advanced manual machining skills, complex setups, tight tolerances, and CNC and EDM experience.
Key Responsibilities
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Plan and layout machining assignments and determine operation sequence
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Perform complex manual and CNC machining with close tolerances
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Calculate shrinkage and expansion allowances
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Perform heat treating, tempering, grinding, lapping, and fitting work
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Troubleshoot tooling issues and recommend modifications
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Conduct tool tryouts and correct performance problems
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Set up, program, and operate EDM and CNC equipment
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Report design errors and coordinate with Engineering
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Assist in training junior tool makers
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Work with Engineering and Production on tooling refinements
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Develop engineering models from sketches and drawings
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Maintain safe and clean work area
Required Qualifications
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Minimum 4+ years manual machining experience
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Experience with manual milling operations
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Experience with manual lathes including threading
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Proficient with precision measuring tools
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Strong blueprint reading skills
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Basic trigonometry and math skills
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Ability to pass Tool Maker A written and physical test
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High school diploma or equivalent
Benefits
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Basic Accident Insurance
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Basic Life Insurance
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Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
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Short-term Disability Insurance
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Employee Assistance Program
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Health Advocate Services
