Tool Maker D

Job Title: Tool Maker

Job Code: 29904

Job Location: Palm Bay FL

Job Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

Responsible for fabricating building handling repairing and integrating complex parts assemblies and machines normally used in engineering prototypes one of a kind product or low volume manufacturing. Provides highly skilled labor for extremely tight or critical tolerances. Hardware is fabricated and assembled using engineering standards and is oftentimes considered fragile high precision highly sensitive and of high value. May interface with engineers in prototyping and optimizing assembly processes and procedures for manufacturability. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures. May require handling knowledge such as use of overhead cranes and equipment and rigging best practices. May design and fabricate manufacturing assembly aids and tooling. May lead and manage multiple builds and assemblies.

Essential Functions:

Machine Setup & Operation

• Program set up load and operate CNC milling machines lathes or other machining centers according to work instructions.
• Select install and adjust tools fixtures and materials to ensure accurate machining.
• Run first-piece inspections and adjust machine settings as needed.

Drawing & Specification Interpretation

• Read and interpret engineering drawings GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) and Work Orders.
• Verify dimensions tolerances and required finishes before machining operations.

Process Monitoring & Quality Control

• Monitor machine performance and cutting operations to ensure parts meet specification.
• Inspect finished parts using calipers micrometers gauges and other measurement equipment.
• Document in-process inspection results maintain records and report deviations.

Troubleshooting & Adjustments

• Detect tool wear machine errors or abnormal conditions and take corrective action.
• Adjust feeds speeds and offsets to optimize machining accuracy and efficiency.

Material Handling & Workflow

• Load raw material and unload finished components.
• Organize and stage parts to support production schedules.
• Follow safe material handling practices to avoid damage and ensure workplace safety.

Maintenance & Upkeep

• Perform routine preventive maintenance such as cleaning lubrication and tool replacement.
• Maintain machine calibration and report issues requiring advanced repair.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all safety guidelines lockout/tagout procedures and use required PPE.
• Comply with company policies ISO/AS9100 and L3Harris standards and regulations.

Collaboration & Documentation

• Communicate with Machine Shop Leadership Production Control Engineers and other team members regarding design or machining issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives Lean/5S practices and process standardization.
• Demonstrate adaptability by supporting overtime requirements working across multiple locations and adjusting to shifting program priorities.

Qualifications:

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.
• Ability to obtain a Security Clearance.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• 15 years or more of tight tolerance machining and fabrication experience.
• Highly developed support individual contributor works autonomously.
• May act as a mentor to lower level peers and provide guidance on tasks.
• Works on assignments requiring judgement and initiative.
• Communicates with others within and outside the department on matters that involve obtaining or providing information requiring explanation or interpretation to understand and reach agreement. Makes recommendations for solutions.
• Works to achieve operational targets within job area which has impact on the overall achievement of results for the team. Work is of larger scope typically on less structured task-related activities requiring judgement.
• Work is structured within identified boundaries and procedures. May work on assignments requiring judgement and initiative. Uses knowledge and experience to resolve issues.
• Must have good computer skills including MS Windows and office products.
• Expert with safe fabrication/machine practices understanding of material SDS able to comply with wearing appropriate PPE and follow heavy lifting criteria
• Expert knowledge of manufacturing and fabrication shop equipment operation and technology.
• Expert capability with general shop measuring equipment micrometers calipers gauge pins etc.
• Advanced understanding of programming and design using MasterCam AutoCAD and Creo software.
• Capable of working closely with subject matter experts and following verbal and detailed direction.
• Exceptional organizational verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of initiative and ability to work autonomously.
• Experience in taking the lead role to solve a problem a sense of responsibility ownership and follow-through.
• Previous experience working with a team pro-active and customer oriented with a sense of urgency to accomplish a given task or goal.
• Can support 2nd shift rotational schedule as required.
• Willingness to support general shop maintenance and supplemental shop areas.

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