Tool Management Technician - Mini Shift

Rolls-Royce Power Systems; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 59,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Rolls-Royce Power Systems in Aiken, SC seeks a Tool Management Technician for a Mini Shift to adjust, align, and change tooling on preset machining equipment. The role involves assembling and reworking tools for crib operations and assessing tooling capability against machining needs.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED with apprenticeship or training, or 3 years in mechanical or tooling roles, plus knowledge of CNC or industrial tooling systems.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required with apprenticeship or comparable training or 3 years in tooling management in a heavy-duty machining environment.
• Knowledge of various machines and tools including power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, taps or dies and hoists.
• Familiarity with inventory control systems, manufacturing processes, quality control, and cost-conscious production.

Responsibilities

• Adjust and align tools and modify systems on pre-set equipment per machining specs.
• Set and change tools in machining centers (MAPAL pads, standard tooling).
• Assemble and rework new, re-worked, and prototype tools for tooling crib operations.
• Assess tooling re-work capability based on attributes and requirements.
• Verify tooling quality by inspection, measurement, and testing against templates.

Skills

Tooling management

Machining equipment knowledge

Siemens 840D CNC

Inventory control systems

Mechanical/electrical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Apprenticeship or training program

Associate degree (Mechanical/Electrical)

Tools

Siemens 840D CNC

Modicon

Allen Bradley

RS Logic 500/5000

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Tool Management Technician - Mini Shift

Working Location: Aiken, SC

Global Grade/Level - USA 62

Why Rolls-Royce?

At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.

What You Will Be Doing

• Adjust and align tools and modify systems on pre-set equipment according to machining specifications
• Set and change specialty and standard tools in machining centers (i.e., MAPAL Padded Reamers from single diameter to multi-diameter, and standard tooling systems)
• Assemble and reassemble new tools, re-worked tools and prototype tools for tool crib operations
• Access tooling re-work capability based on tooling attributes and machining requirements
• Verify quality of tooling by inspecting, comparing them to templates, measuring their dimensions, or testing them

Basic Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED and completion of apprenticeship or training program or 3 years previous experience in mechanical, electrical or industrial tooling management in a heavy-duty machining environment
• Basic knowledge in a variety of machines and tools such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, taps or dies and hoists; including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Basic knowledge of inventory control systems, manufacturing and production processes, raw materials, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture of goods
• Intermediate mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, carpentry, lubrications, and repair of production machines
• Basic knowledge and experience with Siemens 840D CNC machine tool control, Modicon, Allen Bradley, RS Logic 500 & 5000 and CNC programming applications.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Preferred Requirements

• Associate degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Maintenance
• Knowledge of heavy-duty diesel engine manufacturing
• Ability to obtain appropriate hoists and power vehicle licenses (Flatbed, Hi-Lo, & Mule) when necessary
• Knowledge of MTU products, policies and procedures

Mental & Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk and stand; sit, use hands or fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools, parts, or controls reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to balance and climb; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. The employee may also be exposed to any number of elements but with none present to the extent of being disagreeable.

Power Systems is the Rolls‑Royce business which provides world‑class power solutions and complete life‑cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalisation and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility.

We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These technologically advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide.

Our vision is to ensure that the quality and dynamism that shaped our history continues into our future. It’s a bold pursuit, and we never stop striving to go further, faster, and better. We lead progress, creating the technologies that move us forward. If you’re driven to grow, to learn, and to make a lasting difference, this is where you belong.

Rolls‑Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics. We are committed to providing a respectful and non‑discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued and everyone can thrive.

Closing Date: November 20, 2026

Job Posting Date

20 Oct 2026; 00:10

Pay Range

Pay ranges for remote employees are based on the state where the employee resides and may vary from the posted range.

$59,353.99 -$89,030.98-Annually

Benefits

Rolls‑Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long‑term incentive plan. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, and employment type.

The Business Unit

Power Systems of Rolls‑Royce provides world‑class power solutions and complete life‑cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalization and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that are even cleaner and smarter and thus provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility.