Tool Room Assistant
Position Summary
The Toolroom Assistant is responsible for the finishing, assembling, and maintenance of form tooling and cutting dies.
Job Functions
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Work safely and look-out for the safety of others
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Keep area clean and organized
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Convert raw materials into finished product using machines and/or hand-processing
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Repair and refurbish existing tooling to support Production needs
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Maintain inventory levels of cutters, shop supplies, and hardware.
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Maintain required certifications (where applicable)
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Interface with computer software to find documents and complete data entry
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Able to follow detailed work instructions
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Perform job duties in order to meet quality, cost, and on-time delivery goals
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Able to work overtime as required
Qualifications
- Able to use basic hand tools and gauges
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Basic mathematical skills
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Able to create custom tooling or regrind a tool effectively to make a part to print
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Experience with Haas, Milltronics, Hardinge vertical cnc mills a plus
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Experience programming in MasterCAM a plus
Education/Experience
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High School Diploma or equivalent with Vo-Tech/Trade School training
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3-5 years’ work experience working in/around tool shop or metal working environment
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Language Skills
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Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
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Read and understand blueprints
Work Environment
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Must be able to work in a factory environment
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Must be able to wear steel toe shoes
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position will be performed in a manufacturing setting the majority of the time. The use of hands, speech, hearing, vision, and standing will be vital to performing processes in this environment. Maximum lifting requirement is 75 lbs.
Additional Information
Qualified candidate must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident and be able to successfully complete a post-offer/pre-employment physical and drug screen.
