3rd Shift Toolmaker

Position Summary

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Operate all previously set up grinding machines at acceptable production and quality levels.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operate two or more grinding machines to meet production goals.
• Inspect parts for dimensional accuracy and maintain quality.
• Operate grinding equipment to sharpen tools.
• Learn tooling, tool maintenance and tool sharpening of drills, reamers, and form tools.
• Work with instructors to gain knowledge.
• Perform all job functions of a Toolmaker

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC/ NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Maintain equipment and work areas in a clean and orderly condition.

• Use personal safeguards for hands, ears, feet, and eyes as prescribed.
• Perform related and other duties assigned by supervisor.
• Perform all functions of Tool Crip Attendant.
• Follow all policies and procedures.
• Work safely in accordance with regulations, standards, and procedures in a manner that eliminates risk to health and the environment. Notify leadership of unsafe conditions or practices unlawful activities and activities which present unreasonable health and/or environmental risk. Report all safety and/or environmental incidents to leadership immediately.
• Participate in peer-based teams (i.e., Natural High Performance Teams), and work with groups to initiate and implement programs such as Lean Manufacturing and 5-S.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education required:

High School diploma or GED equivalent required

Vocational education or apprenticeship training

Experience:

Less than 2 years as a Toolmaker or applicable experience in machine shop

Preferred Skills/ Qualifications:

• Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Sound decision making skills
• Good math, reading and writing skills
• Be able to exercise continuous mental, visual, and audio attention
• Ability to monitor machine sounds to identify and diagnose changes in order to take appropriate action is required.

Skills/ Competencies:

1. Basic computer skills; Microsoft office, including Excel and Word

2. Vision: Near acuity and accommodation for reading machine gages, prints, and precision measuring instruments.

3. Must be able to read computer images, detailed drawings, and blueprints

4. Know how to use and read precision measuring instruments

(i.e. scales, bevel protractor, micrometers, calipers, etc.)

5. Requires constant alertness to surroundings and product quality with attention to detail

Other Skills:

Ability to work well in a team environment

Assessment:

Employee must successfully complete Pre-employment screening

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS/ SCOPE:

• Report directly to Value Stream Team Leader
• Work closely with other departments to resolve issues with the processes & equipment

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The employee may be subject to:

• High noise levels from operating machines and equipment
• Skin Exposure to oils, cutting fluids, and cleaning chemicals.
• Near acuity and accommodation are required for reading machine gages, prints, and precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to monitor machine sounds to identify and diagnose changes in order to take appropriate action is required.
• Work in areas where safety equipment will be required (steel toe shoes, eye protection, hearing protection)
• Standing is required for extended periods of time. Walking, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, turning, twisting, squatting, and lifting is performed on a regular basis
• Requires high degree of manual dexterity, which could be performed under restrictive conditions
• Requires flexible hours and short notice for overtime

The employee may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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