Tool Maker I

MW Components, Inc.; Merrill (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

MW Components, Inc. in Merrill, IA is seeking a Tool Maker/Machinist to read engineering drawings, lay out on raw material, and machine to size using manual and power tools.

You will work independently on projects to achieve precise results and maintain quality standards. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of Tool Maker/Machinist experience, a High School Diploma or GED, and certification in the metal trades.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 years Tool Maker/Machinist.
• Experience reading engineering drawings.
• Demonstrated math skills and computer literacy.
• Certification in the metal trades industry.

Responsibilities

• Work from engineering drawings to lay out the design on the raw material then cut it to size and shape using manually controlled machine tools (such as lathes, milling machines, grinding machines, and jig grinders), power tools (such as die grinders and rotary tools), and hand tools (such as files and honing stones). Will work independently on projects.
• Assist production by communicating tooling issues
• Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing results with accuracy and timeliness.
• May be called upon to assist in other duties as needed to ensure quality level of facility activities.
• Responsible for all customer specific requirements where applicable, including those referenced in Quality manuals.
• Any/all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Teamwork and communication

Time management

Commitment to safety and quality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certification in the metal trades industry

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work from engineering drawings to lay out the design on the raw material then cut it to size and shape using manually controlled machine tools (such as lathes, milling machines, grinding machines, and jig grinders), power tools (such as die grinders and rotary tools), and hand tools (such as files and honing stones). Will work independently on projects.
• Assist production by communicating tooling issues
• Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing results with accuracy and timeliness.
• May be called upon to assist in other duties as needed to ensure quality level of facility activities.
• Responsible for all customer specific requirements where applicable, including those referenced in Quality manuals.
• Any/all other duties as assigned.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Attention to detail
• Mechanical aptitude
• Problem-solving
• Teamwork and communication
• Time management
• Commitment to safety and quality

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Required

• Must have High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 2 years Tool Maker/Machinist
• Experience reading engineering drawings
• Demonstrated math skills and computer literacy
• Certification in the metal trades industry.

Desired

• Experience in carbide dies

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; reach with hands/arms; lift and/or lower; push and/or pull; and use hands to finger, handle, feel and/or finely manipulate objects. The employee must frequently lift/move and/or push/pull up to 20 lbs. and occasionally lift/move and/or push/pull up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Use of vision correction is acceptable, if necessary; however, any vision correction apparatus must meet all safety guidelines for the area of activity.