Qualifications, Education, and Experience
Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Trade School / Apprenticeship for Tool Maker or CNC Machining preferred
Must meet the ITAR definition of §120.15 U.S. person
Must be proficient at operating all toolroom machines, e.g., mills, lathes, grinders, saws, etc.
Good technical math skills (shop math, geometry, and trigonometry)
Previous tool maker experience in an industrial / manufacturing environment required- Aerospace industry preferred
Troubleshooting/critical thinking skills
Key Competencies
The ability to work efficiently with others or independently as required
Integrity and conscientiousness in all work-related matters
Safety conscious always
Reliable attendance within acceptable standards of attendance policy
Complex problem solving with critical math skills
Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions in English
Must be able to clearly communicate information to others verbally and in writing in English
Physical Requirements
Lift, Push, and Pull up to thirty-five pounds regularly
Routinely perform reaching, twisting, bending, and grasping to move and set tools, equipment, and materials at least 50% of schedule
Stand at least 95% of scheduled shift
Walking or climbing stairs as needed to perform job duties as assigned
Operate overhead crane or other lifting equipment when necessary
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color perception, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 20/20 vision (natural or corrected) required with ability to pass annual vision test as required
Essential Duties:
Reporting to the Toolroom Supervisor, the Tool Maker specializes in the construction, repair, maintenance, and calibration of machine shop dies, jigs, fixtures, and gages. Operates various machine tools and performs other highly skilled work, such as laying out, fitting, and assembling parts. May involve considerable development work, highly skilled fitting, and adjusting. Occasionally construct tools where no design is available on an as-needed basis. Work is usually entirely independent of others.
Analyzes and interprets blueprints, schematics and CAD drawings as required to create and build new fixtures, tools, and machine parts
Selects appropriate raw material and machine processes as required to complete project to specifications
Must be proficient at operating all toolroom machines, such as Knee Mills, 3-5 axis mills, lathes, surface grinders, saws, etc.
Uses applied shop math such as Geometry and Trigonometry to determine proper path to take
Modifies machines to control speed, material feed, or path of cut as required to ensure a quality product is produced within specifications
Verifies conformance of finished workpiece to required tolerances on design drawings using precision measuring equipment including but not limited to sine plates, gauge blocks, Cadillac gauge, micrometers, calipers, dial indicators
Documents actions by reporting labor in the ERP system
Perform under AS9100 quality standards and NADCAP accreditation
Maintains a safe and clean work environment by performing daily housekeeping duties
Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishment
Effective communication and people skills to maintain a working relationship with Engineering and Management
Dependability, integrity, cooperation and taking the initiative for work responsibilities and challenges are critical
Ability to operate autonomously and self-direct
Reliable attendance and a respectful demeanor are necessary
Follow all Hi-Tek policies and procedures, including the use of proper PPE
Any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and abide by our organization’s values
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Hi-Tek Manufacturing is searching for experienced 1st and 2nd shift Tool Makers in the Cincinnati or Dayton area who wish to continue his or her career as a certified Tool Maker at an industry recognized machining manufacturing company in the Aerospace / Gas Turbine industry. Through advanced manufacturing technology you will execute a higher level of workmanship at Hi-Tek.
Hi-Tek is a Drug-Free Workplace and conducts pre-employment drug and background screening and random drug screening
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