Tooling Technician

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Position Summary : Assemble and Weld new tools such as weld fixtures, assembly fixtures, material handling equipment. Troubleshoot and repair equipment in industrial establishments.

• Description of Essential Job Functions:

• Builds tooling, fixtures, etc. per engineering blueprints.
• Fit-up, weld, and assemble simple to complex tools with high precision and minimal supervision.
• Sets up and operates machine tools such as lathe, grinder, drill, and milling machine to repair or fabricate machine parts, jigs and fixtures, and tools.
• Installs, programs, or repairs automated machinery and equipment such as robots or programmable controllers.
• Visually inspects and tests machinery and equipment.
• Listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discusses machine operation variations with supervisors or other maintenance workers to diagnose problem or repair machine.
• Dismantles defective machines and equipment and installs new or repaired parts.
• Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery.
• Lays out, assembles, installs, and maintains pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and repairs and replaces gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment.
• Repairs and maintains the physical structure of the establishment.
• Operates cutting torches or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.

• Fabricates and repairs counters, benches, partitions, and other metal structures.

• Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

• Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a three- to five-year apprenticeship program through an employer or trade union is a plus.
• Degree or certificate in a maintenance or technical field from a trade, technical school, or community college is a plus.
• Requires 5-8 years of related tooling experience.
• Practical experience with manufacturing, assembly, and welding equipment.
• Practical experience and working knowledge of Preventive Maintenance systems preferred.

Computer Skills

• Basic working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite and other computer-based applications preferred.
• MRO systems experience is an asset.

Certificates, Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

• None required.

Other Skills, Abilities, or Core Competencies:

• Ability to operate cranes.
• Ability to obtain welder qualification.
• Ability to operate forklifts would be a plus.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to design, build, fabricate and weld projects.
• Hands-on approach to problem solving and analysis.
• Able to work in a fast paced, multicultural work environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical issues.
• Ability to maintain on call flexibility to control abnormal conditions.
• Ability to be flexible in a constantly changing production environment.
• Ability to read/understand instruction manuals, blue prints, and specifications.
• General understanding and working knowledge of basic engineering principles.
• Requires the ability to function as a team member and contribute to group goals.
• Active listener with effective oral/written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of tool and equipment design and/or manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and procedures with close supervision.
• Ability to function both independently and with good judgment in a team environment.
• Ability to multi-task, handle diversity, and provide leadership through problem resolution.
• Ability to communicate and work well with all levels inside and outside of the organization.
• Ability and willingness to uphold the 4Front values of Empowerment, Innovation, and Integrity.
• Ability to adapt available skills and equipment to respond to unforeseen demands and/or problems.
• Technical skills necessary in the areas of industrial electricity, PLC controls, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Ability to troubleshoot and track equipment issues to perform root cause analysis and support corrective actions.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment to effectively address and resolve all maintenance issues.
• Work in a safety-first manner while adhering to all LOTO, Arc Flash, confined space, and other Company and regulatory environmental, health, and safety policies/standards.
• Advanced knowledge of various manual/air/electrically operated tools and jigs including wrenches, welders, grinders, crimp tools, soldering irons, wave solder machines, surface mount technology machines, wire wrap tools and strippers, solder pots, spray degreasers or cleaning units.

Other Qualifications, Experience, or Requirements:

• Ability to speak conversational Spanish is a plus.
• Regular and predictable attendance required.
• Must be able to work a fixed or rotating shift schedule, including daily or weekend overtime.

• Work beyond the traditional 40 hours per week may be required as workload or projects dictate, including weekends and holidays.

Physical Demands : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The phrases “occasionally,” “regularly,” and “frequently” correspond to the following definitions: “occasionally” means up to 1/3 of working time, “regularly” means between 1/3 and 2/3 of working time, and “frequently” means 2/3 and more of working time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting and/or standing at workstation usually for most of the work day; may sometimes perform repetitive action tasks.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects or controls and talk and/or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and/or stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds while performing duties such as operating tools.
• Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Works with materials including welding, solder (lead), flux, cleaning fluids (e.g., isopropyl alcohol), compressed air, conformal coating, and paint materials.
• The employee occasionally is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, chemicals, outdoor weather conditions, sources of vibration, uneven walking surfaces, and non-weather related extreme heat, humidity, or wetness.
• The employee may occasionally work in proximity to moving mechanical parts.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderate, but may be loud when working in manufacturing areas.
• PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) such as hardhat, safety glasses, steel toe shoes, Kevlar sleeves, hearing protection, etc. may be required in designated engineering, industrial, or manufacturing areas. Personal attire standards may apply.

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Function

Administration, Facilities & Secretarial

Experience level

Mid-senior level

Location

Carrollton, Texas, United States