Tool Room Technician Fort Wayne, IN 27hr Contract to Hire

Tool Room Technician - Fort Wayne IN - $27/hr

Location: Fort Wayne IN

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Overview:

Were seeking experienced Tool Room Technicians to support manufacturing operations through the machining repair and modification of tooling fixtures dies gauges and precision components.

This role is ideal for a machinist with strong CNC and manual machining experience who enjoys working with tight tolerances blueprint interpretation and precision tooling. Youll play a critical role in minimizing downtime and ensuring tooling accuracy in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Set up adjust and operate CNC mills and lathes.

Perform manual machining operations to manufacture and repair tooling and fixtures.

Troubleshoot machining issues and adjust tooling offsets and programs as needed.

Manufacture repair and modify dies jigs fixtures gauges and special tooling.

Interpret blueprints engineering drawings and GD&T specifications.

Hold tight machining tolerances of .0005 or as required.

Inspect finished components using calipers micrometers and precision inspection equipment.

Support production by ensuring tooling quality accuracy and availability.

Maintain a safe and organized work environment.

Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED.

3 years of experience in a tool room or precision machining environment.

Experience setting up and operating CNC mills and/or CNC lathes.

Strong manual machining experience.

Experience machining to tight tolerances.

Ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings.

Strong understanding of GD&T.

Knowledge of tool steels heat treating and surface finishes.

Proficiency using calipers micrometers and precision inspection equipment.

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

5 years of tool room machining experience.

Automotive manufacturing experience.

Experience repairing tooling and fixtures.

Experience proving out CNC programs and adjusting offsets.

Advanced GD&T knowledge.

Compensation & Benefits:

Pay Rate: $27/hour

Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Visa Sponsorship: No visa sponsorship available.

Relocation Assistance: No relocation assistance available.

Schedule Options:

2nd Shift: 3:00 PM 11:30 PM

3rd Shift: 11:00 PM 7:30 AM

Estimated Hours Per Week: 40-56

Apply Today:

If you have experience with CNC machining manual machining and precision tooling in a tool room environment we encourage you to apply today.