Tool Maker C

Job Title: Tool Maker C

Job Code: 36069

Job Location: Salt Lake City Utah

Job Schedule: 9/80 (employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off)

Job Description: A Tool Maker C is an experienced-level professional with the expectation to have proficient machining and fabrication knowledge that will translate to a quick impact on meeting production needs. Tool Makers are 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. They may design and fabricate manufacturing assembly aids and tooling. They work from blueprints process sheets and sketches to perform production tasks which includes the cutting and shaping of metal to precision dimensions. They monitor and verify the quality of machining operations against quality control procedures. They often interface with engineers in prototyping and optimizing assembly processes and procedures for manufacturability. Work tasks may consist of fabrication (Assembly Sawing Drilling Bending Grinding Deburring Labeling etc.) sheet metal forming milling (CNC and manual) lathe turning (CNC and manual) laser cutting using precision measuring equipment (CMM* calipers micrometers height gages etc.) EDM welding chemical processing (Alodine) 3D printing overhead crane operation and machine maintenance.

Essential Functions:

• Repair of damaged parts and assemblies to bring back into conformance with drawing requirements (Removing broken fasteners replacing inserts chasing threads etc.)
• Fabricate modify and assemble parts as defined by engineering drawings CAD files and sketches; assembly includes the installation of a variety of hardware (rivets press-fit pins fastener inserts bushings clips nut plates gasket etc.)
• Plan layout setup and operate equipment associated with sheet metal fabrication

• Machine and fabricate various materials such as aluminum steel and stainless-steel in plate sheet bar and structural forms; more rarely brass and copper
• Set-up and operation of a variety of manufacturing and fabrication equipment using the programs and tooling specified
• Assess workload across multiple work centers and prioritize work according to business need batching efficiency age of work and supervisor direction
• Apply and interpret GD&T tolerances
• Calculate and verify dimensions against tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers calipers gages etc.
• Aid engineering in creating modifying and updating fixtures and tooling
• Responsible for recording all work operations performed non-conformances and inputting other specifications into computer-based programs
• Perform preventive maintenance on machines
• Diagnose tooling and equipment malfunctions and coordinates with engineering / management the repair / replacement of damaged assets
• Maintain work area and machine shop to 5S 1 standards
• Complete all required company training promptly
• Support overtime (extended hours weekends holidays) as needed
• Follow company policies and procedures
• Train team members on job responsibilities as needed
• Participate in and drive continuous improvement projects refining quality cost and schedule or other items of value to the business
• Other responsibilities as assigned by management

Required Qualifications (one of the following):

• High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience
• 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• 2 years of recent (within last 6 years) experience in welding Aluminum and steels
• 2 years of recent (within last 6 years) experience in GD&T application
• 2 years of recent (within last 6 years) experience of applying CMM methods of inspection (CALYPSO software)
• 2 years of recent (within last 6 years) experience in operating CNC machines
• 2 years of recent (within last 6 years) experience in reading and modifying G-code
• 2 years of recent (within last 6 years) experience in adjusting Feeds and Speeds
• 2 years of recent (within last 6 years) experience of CNC programming MasterCAM 3/4/5-Axis Mill Lathe Mill-Turn
• 2 years of recent (within last 6 years) experience in CAD (Siemens NX)
• Requires proficient knowledge/skills on job responsibilities listed above
• Flexibility to receive on-the-job training to learn essential job skills which may require adjusting work schedule to accommodate training times
• Experience working intricate tasks requiring application of experienced-level knowledge concepts and techniques
• Aptitude to work autonomously with limited supervision
• Confidence to explain facts and practices related to job area for area audits
• Experience collaborating with a team to resolve assignments and problems
• Committed to work with supervisor to resolve issues
• Demonstrated experience being a moderate contributor towards operational goals
• Ability to maintain professional standards of performance demeanor and judgment at all times as detailed in company policies and procedures
• Comfortable wearing PPE (safety glasses ear plugs etc.) for an extended duration
• Physical effort will include standing for extended periods of time and lifting ranging from light to heavy lifting and may include occasional lifting up to 32 lbs.
• Role will include exposure to oils moderate noise levels chemical odors grinding and machining dust and chips sharp edges and variation in temperature

Soft skills

• Communicates Effectively:Communicate in writing or verbally opinions facts and thoughts with respect clarity transparency and honesty. Seeks multiple perspectives and listens openly to others points of views.
• Drives Performance:Consistently delivers on commitments. Demonstrates ownership of results within their area of responsibility and works across functional boundaries to ensure success of business processes.
• Collaborates:Builds and maintains strong relationships with team members other functions and customers. Works cooperatively with others in order to meet group and organizational goals.
• Acts with Integrity:Does the right thing always. Adheres to company values and beliefs acts in line with those values. Rewards the right values.

Acronym Definitions

CAD: Computer Aided Design

CAM: Computer Aided Manufacturing

CMM: Coordinate Measuring Machine

CNC: Computer Numerical Control

EDM: Electrical Discharge Machining

GD&T: Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

PPE: Personal Protection Equipment

P&P: Policies and Procedures

ID: Inner Diameter

OD: Outer Diameter

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