Tool Management Technician (Tool Setter) - Off Shift

Rolls-Royce Power Systems; Aiken (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Rolls‑Royce Power Systems in North America seeks a Tool Management Technician to support CNC and conventional machining centers in the crankcase manufacturing area. You will focus on accurate tool presetting, tool crib and inventory management, and assisting machine operators to keep production reliable.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED with apprenticeship/3 years tooling management experience, or an Associate degree; off‑shift hours 7:30pm–6:00am, Monday night to Thursday night,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED plus apprenticeship or 3 years tooling management experience in heavy‑duty machining.
• Off‑Shift hours are 7:30pm to 6:00am, Monday night through Thursday night.
• Authorised to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Adjust and align tools and modify systems on pre‑set equipment according to machining specifications.
• Set and change specialty and standard tools in machining centres, including MAPAL reamers and standard tooling systems.
• Preset and measure tools on a tool presetting device, record values, and verify tool coding where applicable.
• Assemble and re‑work new, re‑worked, and prototype tools for tool crib operations and compile workpiece‑related tool sets.
• Prepare and set up fixtures according to fixture drawings, check and set new fixtures, and document zero points in the setup sheet.
• Assess tooling re‑work capability based on tooling attributes and machining requirements.
• Verify the quality of tooling by inspecting it against templates and measuring dimensions.

Skills

Tool management

Inventory control

Mechanical aptitude

Overtime flexibility

Education

Associate degree in mechanical/electrical/industrial maintenance

High School Diploma or GED + apprenticeship

Tools

MAPAL reamers

Tool presetting device

Job description

Job Location

Aiken, SC

Working Pattern

Full Time – Monday night through Thursday night, 7:30pm to 6:00am

Job Level

USA 61

Sign‑on Bonus and Relocation Benefits

$3,000 sign‑on bonus and relocation benefits

Why Join Rolls‑Royce

At Rolls‑Royce we take pride in shaping the modern world and remain dedicated to driving progress forward; powering, safeguarding, and connecting people across the globe. Joining Rolls‑Royce means you will work on innovative, world‑class engineering solutions, supported by a culture that values inclusion, creativity, and your ongoing professional development. Rolls‑Royce has been recognized as the top employer in the Engineering & Manufacturing category on the prestigious Forbes Top Employers for Engineers list for 2025. Power Systems is one of three core businesses within Rolls‑Royce, alongside Civil Aerospace and Defence. This role sits within our Power Systems business in North America, where we deliver world‑class solutions that power critical infrastructure across energy, industrial, marine, and defence sectors.

Job Summary

The Tool Management Technician prepares presets, assembles, and provides tools and fixtures for the CNC and conventional machining centres in the crankcase manufacturing area. The role focuses on accurate tool presetting and assembly, tool crib and inventory management, and supporting machine operators to keep production running reliably.

Responsibilities

• Adjust and align tools and modify systems on pre‑set equipment according to machining specifications.
• Set and change specialty and standard tools in machining centres, for example MAPAL reamers from single diameter to multi‑diameter, as well as standard tooling systems.
• Preset and measure tools on a tool presetting device, record the values on the data carrier, and set and verify tool coding where applicable.
• Assemble and re‑work new tools, re‑worked tools and prototype tools for tool crib operations, and compile workpiece‑related tool sets ready for pickup.
• Prepare and set up fixtures according to fixture drawings, check and set new fixtures, and document zero points in the setup sheet.
• Assess tooling re‑work capability based on tooling attributes and machining requirements.
• Verify the quality of tooling by inspecting it, comparing it to templates, measuring its dimensions, or testing it.

Position Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED and completion of an apprenticeship or training programme, or 3 years of previous experience in mechanical, electrical or industrial tooling management in a heavy‑duty machining environment.
• Shift: Off‑Shift hours are 7:30pm to 6:00am, Monday night through Thursday night.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Applicants must be authorised 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 Qualifications

• Associate degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance.
• Ability to obtain appropriate hoists and power vehicle licences (Flatbed, Hi‑Lo, & Mule) when necessary.
• Basic knowledge of a variety of machines and tools such as 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 maximising the effective manufacture of goods.
• Intermediate mechanic skills including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, lubrication and repair of production machines.
• Knowledge of MTU products, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of heavy‑duty diesel engine manufacturing.

Rolls‑Royce is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.

What We Offer

Excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.

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 enrol 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 Programme; paid time off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long‑term incentive plan. Options may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire and employment type.

Business Unit

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 digitalisation and electrification we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that are cleaner and smarter, providing answers to the rapidly growing demands for energy and mobility.