Tooling Fabricator

Ken Garner Mfg Co; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Chattanooga is seeking a Machinist / Fixture Builder to set up and operate machine tools, ensuring precision in parts and fixtures. The role involves fabricating jigs, collaborating with teams, and performing maintenance on machines. Candidates must have prior machining and welding experience. The company offers competitive benefits including paid holidays, vacation time, and health insurance options.

Benefits

10 paid holidays

1 week vacation after 6 months

2 weeks after 18 months

3 weeks after 5 years

4 weeks after 10 years

Affordable health insurance

Company paid life insurance

Uniforms provided

Qualifications

• Experience in machining and welding required.
• Mazak (Mazatrol Programming) Mill Experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate various machine tools to create precision parts.
• Fabricate and assemble jigs and fixtures.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Machining processes

Welding

Fixture assembly

Collaboration

Job description

The Machinist / Fixture Builder will be responsible for setting up and operating various machine tools to create precision parts and fixtures. This position requires reading blueprints and technical drawings, understanding machining processes, and ensuring that fabricated parts meet specifications and quality standards.

Key tasks include:

• Utilizing lathes, milling machines, and grinding machines to create components.
• Fabricating and assembling jigs and fixtures to support production needs.
• Collaborating with engineering and production teams to develop efficient machining processes.
• Performing routine maintenance and inspection of machines to ensure optimal performance.

Mazak (Mazatrol Programming) Mill Experience is a plus!

Previous experience in machining and welding is a must.

All tools and equipment are provided by the company. Candidates must supply their own safety shoes. Applications are accepted in person at 1201 E 28th St, Chattanooga, TN 37404.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Employees are eligible for a full benefit package:

10 paid holidays + 1 week vacation after 6 months, 2 weeks after 18 months, 3 weeks after 5 years, 4 weeks after 10.

Medical, dental and vision insurance is offered at very reasonable rates. Family coverage is approximately $95 per week.

Company paid life insurance for employee, optional coverage is available for family at additional discounted cost.

Uniforms provided. Pay is weekly. Regularly scheduled performance reviews.