Tooling and Gaging Technician

A to Z Machine Company; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & benefits

Employee-owned company (ESOP)

Growth and advancement opportunities

Clean, temperature-controlled shop

Supportive, team-focused culture

Job summary

A to Z Machine Company in Appleton, WI is seeking a Tooling & Gaging Technician to support tooling, gaging, and shop-floor operations in a fast-paced CNC environment. This full-time, hands-on role keeps tooling organized and ready for machinists, contributing to smooth production.

You read blueprints, handle tooling teardown and assembly, and assist with maintenance while following 6S, ISO/quality, and safety procedures. HS diploma and manufacturing exp. desired; team-focused attitude expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Manufacturing experience preferred (1+ year ideal).
• Ability to read blueprints and follow instructions.
• Mechanical aptitude and hands-on mindset.
• Ability to assemble and tear down tooling.
• Strong organization, prioritization & communication skills.
• Positive attitude and team-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Pick up, inspect, clean, and organize tooling and gaging.
• Check gages in and out for shop floor use.
• Tear down and assemble tooling as needed.
• Set up tooling and gaging lists for machinists.
• Keep tooling organized, labeled, and ready to go.
• Support machinists and production teams.
• Assist with tooling maintenance and troubleshooting (higher levels).
• Follow all 6S, ISO/quality, and safety procedures.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Hands-on mindset

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Now Hiring: Tooling & Gaging Technician

Appleton, WI | Monday-Friday | 1st Shift

Full-Time | Hands-On | Essential Shop Support Role

Are you mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? A to Z Machine Company is looking for a Tooling & Gaging Technician to help keep our CNC shop running smoothly by supporting tooling, gaging, and shop floor operations.

If you enjoy staying organized, working with precision equipment, and being a key part of the manufacturing process - we want to hear from you!

What You'll Do:

• Pick up, inspect, clean, and organize tooling & gaging
• Check gages in and out for shop floor use
• Tear down and assemble tooling as needed
• Set up tooling and gaging lists for machinists
• Keep tooling organized, labeled, and ready to go
• Support machinists and production teams
• Assist with tooling maintenance and troubleshooting (higher levels)
• Follow all 6S, ISO/quality, and safety procedures

You're a Great Fit If You Have:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Manufacturing experience preferred (1+ year ideal)
• Ability to read blueprints and follow instructions
• Mechanical aptitude and hands-on mindset
• Ability to assemble and tear down tooling
• Strong organization, prioritization & communication skills
• Positive attitude and team-focused approach

Why A to Z Machine?

• Competitive pay & benefits
• Employee-owned company (ESOP)
• Growth and advancement opportunities
• Clean, mostly temperature-controlled shop
• Supportive, team-focused culture