Technician

Roembke Mfg & Design Inc; Ossian (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Roembke Mfg & Design Inc. is seeking a Technician responsible for operating lathes, grinders, milling machines, and drill presses to produce precision mold components.

You will perform in-process measurements, read prints, calculate feeds and speeds, and select tooling to ensure parts meet tolerances. You will also help train operators, write procedures, maintain a safe workspace, and seek continuous improvement in processes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Basic knowledge and aptitude for working with machines.
• Ability to read and understand English and perform basic math.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate lathes, grinders, milling machines, and drill presses to produce precise components.
• Perform basic maintenance on machinery and troubleshoot issues as needed.
• Read prints, calculate feeds and speeds, select proper tooling, and plan the sequence of material removal.
• Understand the properties of materials used in mold production and maintain tight tolerances.
• Measure components accurately for precision.
• Utilize programming software specific to machinery used.
• Write procedures and fill out process guides as required.
• Assist and train machine operators and new or transferred Technicians.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work environment and promote safety awareness.
• Seek continuous improvement in processes and contribute to process improvements.
• Other duties associated with primary job function.

Skills

Machine operation aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Technician is responsible for learning and using various machine tools such as lathes, grinders, milling machines, and drill presses to perform machining operations that produce precision mold components that must fit and function properly with other mold parts. Additionally, the Technician is responsible for performing in-process measurements to ensure the precision and accuracy of these components throughout the machining process. This role provides technical guidance and support to operators and other Technicians.

Qualifications:

A high school diploma or GED is required. Must have basic knowledge and aptitude for working with machines.

Job Responsibilities

• Set up and operate lathes, grinders, milling machines, and drill presses to produce precise components.
• Perform basic maintenance on machinery and troubleshoot issues as needed.
• Read prints, calculate feeds and speeds, select proper tooling, and plan the sequence of material removal.
• Understand the properties of materials used in mold production and execute tasks to precise tolerances.
• Measure components accurately for precision.
• Utilize programming software specific to machinery used.
• Write procedures and fill out process guides as required.
• Assist and train machine operators and new or transferred Technicians, providing guidance on equipment operations and processes.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work environment, promoting safety awareness and reporting hazards.
• Seek continuous improvement in processes and contribute to process improvements.
• Other duties that are associated with primary job function.

Requirements of Job

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to read, write, and understand English.
• Capable of standing for extended periods with occasional position changes, bending, reaching, lifting, stooping, walking, sitting, and kneeling during each shift as needed. (8-12 hours).
• Capable of lifting and maneuvering up to 50 pounds as needed during each shift.
• Capable of typing, writing, and working with a monitor during each shift as needed. (8-12 hours)
• Must be able to perform advanced mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division).
• Must be able to understand scales of measurement.
• Must be able to compare shapes, observe defects or variances, and distinguish color in product and/or specifications.