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.