Tooling Technician I/II

Sorenson Engineering Inc.; Yucaipa (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sorenson Engineering Inc. in Yucaipa, CA, seeks an experienced toolroom machinist to operate lathes, mills and grinders, making tools and parts to exacting specifications.

Candidates will read drawings, use micrometers and other metrology devices, and follow procedures. This role requires basic tool grinding experience, strong math skills and the ability to work with tight tolerances (e.g., ±0.0002).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; previous tool grinding experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings.
• Strong math skills and precise measuring to tight tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Operate lathes, mills and/or grinders to make tools or parts.
• Inspect, finish tools using micromachining techniques.
• Read and interpret drawings.
• Perform basic machine maintenance and housekeeping.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain good attendance and punctuality.

Skills

Lathes

Mills

Grinders

Metrology

Reading drawings

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Micrometers

OGP

Keyence

VICI devices

Job description

Brief Description

Sorenson Engineering, located in Yucaipa, California, has for 65 years been a globally recognized leader in micro technology solutions for Aerospace/Defense, RF interconnect, Microwave Test, Fiber Optics, and Medical industries. Our focus is delivering value through innovation by using our expertise in precision screw machining, electroplating, value engineering, and contact assembly. We are AS9100D / ISO9001:2008 registered and certified with Nadcap accreditations for Heat Treatment (including Induction Annealing) of BeCu, and Chemical Processing, including our state-of-the-art Gold plating facility.

Brief Description

Sorenson Engineering, located in Yucaipa, California, has for 65 years been a globally recognized leader in micro technology solutions for Aerospace/Defense, RF interconnect, Microwave Test, Fiber Optics, and Medical industries. Our focus is delivering value through innovation by using our expertise in precision screw machining, electroplating, value engineering, and contact assembly. We are AS9100D / ISO9001:2008 registered and certified with Nadcap accreditations for Heat Treatment (including Induction Annealing) of BeCu, and Chemical Processing, including our state-of-the-art Gold plating facility. We deliver ultra-precise Micro Technology Solutions for the most challenging component applications. We thrive in a culture of innovation, attracting exceptional individuals who continually seek new challenges. As a leader in next-generation microtechnology, our highly skilled problem solvers face the industry’s toughest challenges, performing on a global level, to advance the leading edge of high-precision solutions. Sorenson Engineering is seeking candidates with experience inspecting products using quality plans and various metrologies including, concentricity gauges, drop gauges, pin gauges, OGP, Keyence, and VICI devices.

Summary

Operate lathes, mills or grinders to cut, sharpen, bore, grind, repair or make tools on metal or plastic materials to job requirements.

Level I

Entry level position learning to follow procedures for cutting and sharpening tools and/or basic tool making.

Level II

Intermediate level position experienced in cutting and sharpening tools and/or tool making.

Level III

Advanced level position experienced in cutting and sharpening tools and/or tool making. Demonstrates troubleshooting skills and techniques. Trains others.

Essential Job Functions

• Knowledge of lathes, mills and/or grinders to make tools or parts for the production process.
• Inspects, fabricates and finishes tools (i.e., using visual inspection techniques, microscopes, micrometers, automated measuring instruments, chamfering, buffering, polishing, and/or other finishing techniques).
• Read and interpret drawings.
• Understands and performs basic machine maintenance and housekeeping procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Good attendance and punctuality are essential components of solid employee performance and are measured by objective standards.

Knowledge And Abilities

Able to interpret instructions both written and oral. Able to work in a team with co-workers to resolve work issues. Advanced level math with knowledge of measuring techniques and the ability to work with micromachining tolerances (example: ± 0.0002). Able to communicate effectively in English.

Education And Experience

High School Diploma. Previous work experience in tool grinding preferred.

Physical Demands

Must be able to stand long periods of time, occasionally exert push force up to 50 pounds, must have good eyesight and hand dexterity, and able to identify and distinguish colors.

Work Environment

Will be exposed to noise, moving mechanical parts, oils/solvents, fumes, and odors that may affect the eyes, ears, nose, throat and/or skin.

Compensation Disclosure

In accordance with California law, the salary range for this position reflects a good faith estimate of the base compensation. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Equal Employment Opportunity

EOE – Disability/Vet. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Background Checks & Drug Testing

Background screenings and pre-employment drug tests may be conducted following a conditional offer of employment, where permitted by law.

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