Tooling Technician

HRU Tech; Dodge Center (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Minnesota is seeking a Tooling Technician for direct hire, offering two shifts. Responsibilities include repairing jigs and fixtures, operating CNC equipment, and ensuring safety compliance. Ideal candidates are certified welders with experience in heavy equipment repair and troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of welding experience required.
• Experience running CNC Machines in jigs shop preferred.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and troubleshoot hydraulic, plumbing, and mechanical problems.
• Replace and repair worn-out components on jigs and fixtures.
• Operate a crane/hoist and other facility vehicles safely.

Skills

GD&T

Heavy Equipment Repair

CNC Tooling

Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills

Pneumatics Experience

Hydraulics Experience

Welding Setups for Production

Forklift Licensed

Machine Safety Inspections

Blueprint Reading

Education

Certified Sr. Welder

Forklift Certified

Tools

CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC)

MIG Welder

CNC Lathe (2-4 axis)

Jig Grinder

Forklifts

Job description

Job Title: Tooling Technician (Direct Hire - 2 openings/1 per shift)

**Location: **Dodge Center, MN

**Shift needs: **

** **1st Shift: 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday – Friday

2nd Shift: 5:00 PM - 3:30 AM, Monday - Friday

**Compensation: **$23-$28/hour ($2/hour shift differential for 2nd shift)

Role Overview:

The positions within Tooling Technician are responsible for a wide variety of repair work on jigs, fixtures, and building new tools to support Change Notices & NPD launches 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.

Shift Needs:

• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday
• 2nd Shift: 5:00 PM - 3:30 AM, Monday - Friday

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Sr. Welder willing to read GD&T on prints to build tools.
• Communicate verbally with co-workers to maintain 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 assistant 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 and to keep delivery projects on time as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Communicate with supervisors or engineers about missing parts.
• Inspire oneself and others to reach a goal and/or perform the best when performing a task.
• Support SMS audits and perform jigs Preventive maintenance.
• Work closely with engineers and adapt to changes driven by new strategies.

Basic Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience running CNC Machines in jigs shop.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly, keeping safety and quality standards high.
• 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.
• Hear safety alarms, co-workers, and communications 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 work floors.
• Maintain balance when climbing onto forklift trucks, 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 space while performing tasks.
• Have good hand-eye coordination.
• Use both hands for tool operation, carrying of parts, and assisting co-workers 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 completion of work assignments.
• Organize prints to track parts received from fab and vendors during tool builds.
• Utilize available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

You should be proficient in:

• GD&T
• Heavy Equipment Repair
• CNC Tooling
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Pneumatics Experience
• Hydraulics Experience
• Welding Setups for Production
• Forklift Licensed
• Machine Safety Inspections
• Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC)
• MIG Welder
• CNC Lathe (2-4 axis)
• Jig Grinder
• Forklifts

Salary info:

$23 - $28 / hr