Tool & Die Tech I

polaris; Roseau (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Gym & personal training reimbursement

Life insurance

Disability offerings

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Polaris Inc. in Roseau, MN, is seeking a Tool & Die Fabrication Tech / Machinist to support fabrication, welding, and assembly by designing and building tooling and fixtures. Projects are driven by product development, process improvements, and capital investments.

You will fabricate and repair fixtures, read blueprints, operate manual and CNC equipment, and work with design teams to meet budget and lead times. Shift flexibility is required to cover 2nd/3rd shifts.

Qualifications

• 2-year degree in Machine Tool Technology or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of related experience preferred.
• Ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble fixtures for weld and assembly.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain fixtures.
• Provide support to production operations as required.
• Collaborate with design and manufacturing to concept, design and build fixtures.
• Meet due dates and schedules; complete work on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned; overtime as needed.
• Read blueprints and use measuring equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting pneumatic systems

Reading blueprints

CNC programming

MS Office skills

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Education

2-year degree in Machine Tool Technology

Equivalent work experience

Tools

MasterCAM

CNC machines (mills, lathes)

SolidWorks

Job description

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.

Title: Tool & Die Fabrication Tech / Machinist

Department: 685 - Tool & Die Engineering

Polaris Division: Manufacturing, Roseau

Supervisor/Manager: Terry Lee / Brent Smith

Employment Level: Hourly, Non-Exempt

Job Description Summary:

Support Polaris manufacturing fabrication, welding, and assembly departments through the implementation of tooling and fixtures used in manufacturing. Projects are driven by product development initiatives, process improvements, and operations capital investments. Tooling projects shall be completed within budget and lead time.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Fabricate & assemble small to medium sized production weld and assembly fixtures.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production weld and assembly fixtures.
• Provide support to production operations as required.
• Work with design and manufacturing teams to concept, design and build fixtures.
• Be accountable to complete work assignments to meet required due dates and schedules.
• Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned by Supervisor.
• Work overtime or alternate shifts as required.
• Must have ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift

Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong mechanical technical aptitude and problem solving skills.
• Experience with troubleshooting and repair of mechanical systems, pneumatic circuits, and other manufacturing equipment and tooling.
• Operate manual and CNC equipment including mills, lathes, drill presses & band saws.
• Proficient CNC programming skills (MasterCAM) a plus.
• Able to read blue prints and use general measuring equipment.
• Proficient skills using Solidworks a plus.
• Microsoft Office software skills including Excel, Word, and Outlook a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organization and prioritization skills as well as flexibility to re-focus as assigned.
• Self-starter, good time management skills and strong work ethic.
• Able to work independently or in a team atmosphere on various sized projects.
• Able to work in fast pace environment.
• Operate with a strong sense of urgency in the best interests of the company.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• 2-year degree in Machine Tool Technology, or equivalent work experience
• 1-3 years of experience minimum preferred

Qualified candidates will be interviewed for the position.

The starting pay range for Minnesota is $28.00 to $37.00 per hour, plus eligibility for overtime. Individual pay and positioning within the range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. While individual pay could fall anywhere in the range based on these factors, it is not common to start at the high end or top of the range.

To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing.

Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture.

At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan.

Employees receive a generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future.

• competitive pay
• health, dental, and vision insurance
• wellness programs
• paid time off
• gym & personal training reimbursement
• life insurance
• disability offerings

Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off, we support employees who actively volunteer their time, efforts, and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live, play and work.

Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.

About Polaris

As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER®, RZR® and Polaris GENERAL™ side‑by‑side off‑road vehicles; Sportsman® all‑terrain off‑road vehicles; military and commercial off‑road vehicles; snowmobiles; Slingshot® moto‑roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including