Tool & Die Maker/Machinist - 3rd Shift

Colonial Group; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Employee ownership

Competitive health, dental, & vision

401(k) Plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Wellness resources including on-site,+

Educational reimbursement program

Company paid life insurance, short/​or

Sick pay

Monthly Performance Bonus

Job summary

KI in Green Bay is seeking a full-time Tool and Die Maker/Machinist for the 3rd shift to join our manufacturing team. You will design, build and repair dies, fixtures, molds, and tooling equipment while reading blueprints and using precision measuring instruments.

You will operate CNC machining centers, mills, lathes, grinders, drills, and work closely with engineers and production staff. The ideal candidate has an Associate degree in Machine Tool Technology or equivalent, CAD/CAM experience,

Qualifications

• Completion or ongoing progress of an Associate degree in a Machine Tool Technology or equivalent degree or completion or ongoing progress into a Journeyman Tool & Die program or Journeyman Machinist program is required.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and repair dies, fixtures, molds, tooling equipment, etc.
• Operate tool room equipment (CNC machining centers, manual mills, lathes, grinders, drill presses, etc.)
• Read and understand blueprints
• Sketch components complete with essential dimensions
• Use inspection instruments (micrometers, calipers, gauges, etc.)
• Work closely with engineers and production/support technicians
• Assist in development of new plant equipment
• Make suggestions for improvement

Skills

Geometry understanding

Trigonometry

Algebra

CAD software

SURFCAM (CAD/CAM)

Read blueprints

Communication

Team player

Dependability

Willingness to learn

Hand/eye coordination

Leadership

Education

Associate degree in Machine Tool Technology or equivalent

Journeyman Tool & Die or Journeyman Machinist program (ongoing/required)

Tools

CAD software

SURFCAM (CAD/CAM)

Job description

KI, a world class supplier of innovative and award-winning furniture solutions for business, educational, and healthcare environments, is seeking a full-time Tool and Die Maker/Machinist to join our Green Bay manufacturing team on 3rd shift. To learn more about KI, please visit www.ki.com.

Job Duties:

• Design, build and repair dies, fixtures, molds, tooling equipment, etc.
• Operate tool room equipment(CNC machining centers, manual mills, lathes, grinders, drill presses, etc.)
• Read and understand blueprints
• Sketch components complete withessential dimensions.
• Use inspection instruments (micrometers, calipers, gauges, etc.)
• Work closely with engineers andproduction/support technicians.
• Assist in development of new plant equipment
• Make suggestions for improvement

Minimum Requirements:

• Completion or ongoing progress of an Associate degree in a Machine Tool Technology or equivalent degree or completion or ongoing progress into a Journeyman Tool & Die program or Journeyman Machinist program is required.

Value Added Skills:

• Understanding of basic geometry, trigonometry and algebra.
• Utilize CAD software
• Able to understand and apply hydraulic and pneumatic principals
• Ability to utilize SURFCAM (CAD/CAM) software.
• Dependability
• Leadership ability
• Willingness to learn
• Good communication skills
• Strong hand/eye coordination
• Team Player

Physical Requirements:

• Working in areas where it can get warm
• Working in a smoke free environment
• Activities including standing, walking, lifting, twisting and bending
• Ability to lift up to 90 lbs.
• Willingness to assist in any given area of the plant if your area is slow

KI offers a welcoming work culture with competitive benefits for eligible employees. Benefits include:

• 100% Employee ownership
• Competitive health, dental, & vision insurance
• A 401(k) Plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Wellness resources, including an on-site fitness center and a fitness reimbursement program
• An educational reimbursement program
• Company paid life insurance, short term disability, long term disability, and EAP.
• Sick pay
• Monthly Performance Bonus