Tooling Technician: Roll-Fed Machinery Pro

Novolex; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Novolex is seeking a Tooling Tech to set up and optimize Roll Fed and inline equipment. You will train operators, maintain machines, and participate in tooling upgrades.

The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and cross-department collaboration within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Candidates should have at least four years in a maintenance/technician role, electrical experience with 480V 3-phase, and familiarity with VFDs and PLCs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a maintenance/technician/tooling role in manufacturing.
• Electrical training/experience with 480 3 phases/machine controls.
• Experience operating forklift equipment.
• Experience with VFD drives and PLCs is preferred.
• Willingness to train others and improve tooling processes.

Responsibilities

• Set up and line out Roll Fed and inline equipment within time and material constraints.
• Train less experienced operators on safe methods of setup and operation.
• Update and revise machine training manuals and JSA's.
• Perform basic mechanical maintenance and PM tasks.
• Assist in decisions on upgrades or replacements of machinery.
• Collaborate with sales and tool design to ensure tools run on equipment.
• Work with Process Engineers, maintenance, and operators to minimize setup time and reduce scrap.
• Make adjustments to tooling setup for production alignment.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Forklift operation

Electrical training

VFD/PLC experience

Process improvement

Safety compliance

Multi-tasking

OT availability

Training/mentoring

Team collaboration

Machine setup

Job description

Novolex is seeking a Tooling Tech to set up and optimize Roll Fed and inline equipment. You will train operators, maintain machines, and participate in tooling upgrades.

The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and cross-department collaboration within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Candidates should have at least four years in a maintenance/technician role, electrical experience with 480V 3-phase, and familiarity with VFDs and PLCs.