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Tooling Technician

Axelon Services Corporation

Dodge Center (MN)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

16 days ago

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Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Tooling Technician in Dodge Center, MN, for a 6-month role involving repair and creation of tools. Successful candidates must have a welding certification and possess strong troubleshooting and fabrication skills. Ability to work second shift with potential overtime is necessary.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of welding experience required.
  • Certified Sr. Welder and Forklift Certified necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Repair work on jigs and fixtures using 2D drawings.
  • Inspect and troubleshoot hydraulic and mechanical problems.
  • Operate forklifts and CNC shop equipment.

Skills

Metal fabrication
Interpersonal communication
Problem-solving

Education

Certified Sr. Welder
Forklift Certified

Tools

CNC Machines
Hand and power tools

Job description

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Tooling Technician
Dodge Center, MN
6 Months

2nd shift: Monday -Friday – 5:00 PM – 3:30 AM. Fridays are generally an 8 hour shift as business needs allow. Saturday hours may also be necessary based on business needs from 5PM – 10PM/11PM. $2/hour Shift differential

Job Description

The positions within Tooling technician are responsible for a wide variety of repair work on jigs, fixtures, build new tools to support Change notices & NPD launches fixtures using 2D drawings. The employee must be able to troubleshoot Hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical problems. They assist in training new employees and must maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Sr. Welder willing to read GD&T on prints to build tools.
  • Communicate verbally with co-workers to keep a safe working environment.
  • A strong desire to accept tooling challenges and take them on to help the company succeed is a must.
  • Follow written and verbal instructions to complete tasks.
  • Lift light and/or heavy parts on and off a cart, floor, shelf, etc.
  • Check and review work orders and complete tasks on a priority basis.
  • Inspect and troubleshoot hydraulic, plumbing, and mechanical problems.
  • Replace and/or repair worn-out, broken, and damaged components on jigs and fixtures.
  • Operate a crane/hoist for heavy lifting. Operate forklift, tow motor, tractors, and other facility vehicles safely.
  • Inspect forklifts and tow motors before, during, and after operation.
  • Operate jigs and fixtures shop equipment like CNC lathe, CNC Mill, standard drilling and saw machine.
  • Transport tools, parts, supplies, and equipment safely throughout the facility.
  • Use a variety of hand and power tools.
  • Report repair statuses to department supervisors.
  • Communicate using handheld radios with other tool techs or assistance supervisor.
  • Knowledge in metal fabrication, and/or technical equipment.
  • Assist co-workers with heavy lifting of parts.
  • Sweep and clean shop areas.
  • Work required hours and have an excellent attendance record.
  • Work overtime and support weekends during planned shutdowns to keep delivery projects on time as needed.
  • Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
  • Communicating to supervisor or engineers about missing parts.
  • Inspire oneself and others to reach a goal and/or perform the best of their ability.
  • Support SMS audits and perform jigs Preventive maintenance.
  • Work closely with engineers and be open to changes driven by new strategies.

Basic Qualifications

  • Certified Sr. Welder
  • Forklift Certified
  • At least 5 years of welding experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in running CNC Machines in jigs shop.
  • Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly, keeping safety and quality at high standards.
  • Perform all assigned tasks.
  • Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills.
  • Recognize and react to abnormal operating conditions.
  • Follow instructions from supervisors and co-workers.
  • Use and wear personal protective equipment as indicated by the task or environment.
  • Hear safety alarms, other co-workers, and from handheld radios.
  • Perform counting tasks.
  • Read safety manuals, blueprints, and work orders.
  • Understand and identify safety issues.
  • Maintain balance when walking and standing on potential slippery floors.
  • Maintain balance when climbing onto a forklift truck, ladders, and steps.
  • Individually lift and manipulate parts/equipment weighing up to 80 pounds.
  • Tolerate constant standing and sitting while performing tasks.
  • Tolerate occasional kneeling, crouching, and confined spaces while performing tasks.
  • Have good hand-eye coordination.
  • Use both hands for tool operation, carrying parts, and assisting with heavy lifting.
  • Operate and access heavy equipment safely and effectively.
  • Remember task sequences and safety constraints.
  • Act in a self-confident manner to facilitate task completion.
  • Organize prints to keep track of parts received from fab and vendors during tool build.
  • Utilize available time to organize and complete work within deadlines.
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