Tool Room Tech

Dover Corp; Whitsett (NC); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Corp in Whitsett, NC is seeking a Tool Room Tech to ensure CNC operators have the correct tooling for production orders. You will manage tooling requests, prepare tooling kits, and maintain accurate inventory records.

The role emphasizes careful tooling preparation, safe work practices, and coordination with Engineering and Production to minimize downtime and maximize manufacturing efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn inventory and manufacturing systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist CNC operators and technicians with tooling requests by gathering information to determine tooling needs.
• Identify, locate, pull, and issue correct tooling and components for machining operations.
• Prepare and stage complete tooling kits for new and upcoming production orders.
• Use Cribware and MRP systems to identify tooling requirements, verify availability, issue and return tooling, and maintain inventory records.
• Maintain tooling inventory levels and communicate shortages or replenishment needs.
• Receive returned tooling, break down kits, clean tooling, and return reusable items to storage locations.
• Maintain tool room organization for quick location and issue of tooling.
• Follow procedures for damaged tooling, including escalation to Toolmakers or Engineering.
• Sharpen taps, drills, thread chasers, dovetail tools as trained.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area and follow safety procedures.
• Collaborate with Production, Toolmakers, and Engineering to address tooling needs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Manufacturing environment

Inventory systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cribware

MRP systems

Job description

This role is based in our Whitsett manufacturing facility and has a base schedule of Friday, Saturday, Sunday, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and requires ability to work overtime as needed.

What You'll Do:

The Tool Room Tech supports machining operations by ensuring CNC operators and technicians have the correct tooling and related components needed to complete production orders. This position serves as the primary point of contact for tooling requests, identifies and issues required tooling, prepares tooling kits for upcoming production orders, and maintains accurate tool room inventory and organization. The Tool Room Tech works closely with CNC operators, technicians, Toolmakers, Engineering, and Production to help ensure tooling is available when needed and minimize production downtime. This role supports the management and distribution of tooling and does not manufacture tools.

How You'll Do It:

• Assist CNC operators and technicians with tooling requests by gathering the information necessary to determine specific tooling needs.
• Identify, locate, pull, and issue the correct tooling and components to support machining operations.
• Prepare and stage complete tooling kits for new and upcoming production orders.
• Use Cribware and MRP systems to identify tooling requirements, verify availability, issue and return tooling, and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Maintain appropriate tooling inventory levels and communicate shortages or replenishment needs.
• Receive returned tooling, break down kits, clean tooling as required, and return reusable items to designated storage locations.
• Maintain accurate tool room organization to ensure tooling can be quickly located and issued.
• Follow established procedures for damaged or broken tooling, including escalation to Toolmakers, Engineering, or other appropriate resources.
• Sharpen taps, drills, thread chasers, dovetail tools, and similar tooling as trained and required.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area and follow all applicable safety procedures.
• Partner with Production, Toolmakers, and Engineering to address tooling needs and support efficient manufacturing operations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Role:

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn inventory and manufacturing systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, machining, warehouse, inventory, parts room, or tool crib environment.
• Familiarity with CNC machining terminology, tooling, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience using inventory management or MRP systems.