Precision Tooling Machinist – Prototyping & Fixtures

Magna International, Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna International, Inc. Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting group seeks an experienced toolmaker tasked with constructing and repairing tools, jigs, fixtures and gauges from blueprints and sketches, and machining prototypes.

You'll read blueprints, operate lathes, mills, drill presses, welders, and CNC equipment; perform heat treating; collaborate with engineering; guide apprentices; maintain safety and documentation; and contribute to a clean, efficient shop.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a 4 year apprenticeship program certified by the U.S. Department of Labor.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid powered industrial truck operator permit and a State of Michigan Driver's License.
• Must be able to work with a minimum of supervision and guidance.
• Requires judgment, organization, initiative, teamwork, creativity, problem solving and commitment to tasks.
• Requires bending, heavy lifting, reaching, working in cramped and confined spaces.
• Commitment to continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Plans and performs machine operations from blueprints in order to build and repair tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges machine attachments and mechanisms.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, schematics and machine manuals.
• Fabricates tools, machine parts, fixtures and gauges with or without sketches and prints using lathe, mill, drill press, welder and other tools.
• Does heat treating of steels, such as hardening, annealing and drawing.
• Operates drill press, radial drill, milling machines, lathe, grinder, welder, torch, bench tools, spotting press, boring mill and CNC mill.
• Routinely contacts suppliers or manufacturers and suppliers on mold information, repair issues, improvement needs and shipping instructions.
• Influences tool design by providing input on the design to engineering.
• Assists other team members in meeting department requirements. Serves as a resource to production, engineering and other plant personnel.
• Maintains and improves knowledge and skill requirements in all required trade areas.
• Maintains user knowledge of tools, testing equipment, measuring instruments, conveyance and material handling equipment.
• Operates company vehicles, conveyance and material handling equipment.
• Completes appropriate paperwork, tool and mold documentation and maintenance records.
• Maintains a clean, organized and safe work environment.
• Trains and guides the work of apprentices.

Skills

Judgment

Organization

Initiative

Teamwork

Creativity

Problem solving

Commitment

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

4 year apprenticeship program

Tools

Lathe

Mill

Drill press

Welding

CNC mill

Testing equipment

Job description

Magna International, Inc. Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting group seeks an experienced toolmaker tasked with constructing and repairing tools, jigs, fixtures and gauges from blueprints and sketches, and machining prototypes.

You'll read blueprints, operate lathes, mills, drill presses, welders, and CNC equipment; perform heat treating; collaborate with engineering; guide apprentices; maintain safety and documentation; and contribute to a clean, efficient shop.