Toolmaker

As a Toolmaker, you will work with minimal supervision and assistance to machine complex parts to engineering drawings, sketches, or other documentation, including verbal instruction, and using metal working equipment. You should also be able to conceive, design and build fixtures, tooling and procedures for fabrication operations of parts being made. On occasion tasks assigned may be considered production runs. You will be expected to be able to perform setups and choose tooling independently.

Essential Functions

Machine complex parts to engineering drawings or other documentation with minimal supervision
Evaluate tasks and determine the most efficient sequence of operations and tooling, considering material type, quantity required, plating requirements, tolerance requirements, and other factors
Perform accurate layouts and transfers of hole patterns
Be able to set up and operate metalworking machinery such as Proto Traks, Bridgeport millers, lathes, drill presses, and grinders
Measure fabricated parts using scales, protractors, micrometers, calipers, indicators, or other measurement devices
Fabricate acceptable parts in a timely manner
Submit parts to Inspection
Run CNC equipment
Monitor part quality and submit samples to Inspection during production runs
Communicate problems to your manager or Lead in a timely manner
Work assigned may be in other departments on occasion
Work as a team to maximize productivity and quality
Provide assistance to others
Show a constant interest in learning other activities or skills
Participate in job reviews when appropriate
Maintain and submit accurate time records, both on drawings and in the ERP system
Maintain fabrication equipment in good order and use tools and equipment as designed
Clean equipment when breaking down setup
Maintain an orderly work area and clean up at the end of the day
Be consistently at work and punctual; clock job times accurately
Participate in continuous improvement efforts
Observe company policy, safety, and security procedures
Perform all activities in conformance with the AGR Quality System and ISO procedures

Requirements

Ability to set up and operate metalworking equipment including drill presses, millers, lathes, and sheet metal equipment without assistance
Ability to select and use appropriate measuring devices for the task being monitored
Ability to fabricate parts to +/- .0005 of an inch, with a goal of machining parts to +/- .0002
Responsible for monitoring quality of parts during fabrication stages
Ability to work with hand tools
Ability to apply manufacturing software to fabricate parts based on part geometry
Ability to interpret engineering drawings or other documentation and to work from verbal instructions
Ability to work well with others in a team environment
Utilize the most efficient resources for fabricating and measuring parts being made or altered
Be able to perform shop math, including trigonometry functions, to ensure parts are made and checked to specifications

Work Environment

Routinely exposed to moving mechanical parts
Little risk of electrical shock
Moderate noise level

Physical Demands

Regularly required to use hands for a variety of tasks
Must be able to reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear
Ability to walk, stand, and sit, and occasionally climb, balance, stoop, or kneel
Frequently lift 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds
Good vision and eye/hand coordination

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, and typical work hours are Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Overtime is on an as needed basis and at the direction of your manager

Preferred Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent
Completion of a Tool Maker or Machinist Apprenticeship