Toolmaker III CT

Makes precision components from various materials. These components include but are not limited to; tooling inspection gages machine parts jigs and fixtures which are to be used in any and all types of manufacturing equipment and processes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Sets up and operates manual saws (circular and band).
• Sets up and operates manual lathes.
• Sets up and operates manual milling machines.
• Heat treats various materials.
• Possesses knowledge of tool steel grades and their best uses.
• Utilizes CNC PLC automatic and manual machinery to perform various precision machining operations.
• Utilizes various types of inspection gages and measuring equipment including but not limited to; rulers calipers pin gages ring gages custom gages micrometers depth micrometers indicators surface plates bore gages telescope gages small hole gages toolmakers microscopes optical comparators form tracers and profilometers.
• Personally owns maintains and utilizes the following measuring equipment and tools at minimum; 0-3 micrometers 0-6 depth micrometers 0-6 steel ruler telescope gauges small hole gauges dial indicator stand/base for said dial indicator edge finder metric and SAE combination wrenches and a toolbox to house said measuring equipment and tools.
• Reads and understands industry standard drawings to include geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Designs work holding jigs and fixtures.
• Helps to ensure that all equipment workstations and sections related to their trade speciality are safe well maintained organized efficient and stocked with necessary items.
• Performs proper handling and labeling of hazardous and nonhazardous materials and wastes as directed by supervisor.
• Coordinates and collaborates with others to ensure smooth and efficient design continuous improvement and execution of processes.
• Participates in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participates in learning and teaching with colleagues from across the organization including but not limited to apprentices and toolmakers.
• Reports immediately all suspicious and hazardous conditions to a supervisor.
• Understands and observes all safety guidelines and assures quality and safety by complying with all appropriate CB policies and procedures.
• Assists in maintaining clean orderly and hazard-free work areas.
• Able to work with minimal supervision be a self-starter and be detail oriented.
• Other duties as assigned.

TRADE SPECIALTY ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works in at least one of the following trade specialties
  1. Carbide Specialty
     1. Specializes in operations necessary to make carbide components:
        1. Brazing shrink fitting linear surface grinding cylindrical grindingand electrical discharge machining (Sinker EDM Wire EDM EDM drill)
        2. Burning grinding filing honing lapping and polishing complex forms in/on carbide dies and punches
        3. Possesses and applies knowledge of carbide grades and their best uses.
  2. Grinding specialty
     1. Specializes in all aspects of grinding:
        1. Linear surface grinding cylindrical surface grinding (I.D.s O.D.s shoulders blind holes tapers etc.) jig grinding form grinding visual grinding lapping slip fitting and press fitting assemblies.
        2. Possesses and applies knowledge of grinding wheel types and thier best uses.
  3. CNC specialty
     1. Specializes in CNC equipment:
        1. Writing editing and running programs (G code conversational and CAM)
        2. CNC milling and lathe work
        3. CNC grinding
        4. Electrical discharge machining (CNC Wire EDM EDM drill) is preferred.

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to demonstrate the following competencies:

• Minimum 8 years of related experience preferred (time served in a related apprenticeship can count towards this total).
• With guidance 0% to 20% of the time must regularly and consistently demonstrate the ability to perform allEssential Duties and Responsibilitiessafely effectively and accurately without causing damage or excessive wear to equipment shop or tools.
• With guidance 0% to 20% of the time must regularly and consistently demonstrate the ability to perform allTrade Specialty Essential Duties and Responsibilities of at least one trade specialty (Carbide Grinding or CNC) safely effectively and accurately without causing damage or excessive wear to equipment shop or tools.
• Must be able to make components that meet the requirements of a given industry standard drawing or sketch.
• Must be able to apply concepts of shop math including but not limited to algebra geometry and trigonometry.
• Must be able to basically operate common computers. Including but not limited to Microsoft operating systems and software applications as well as keyboards mouses and touch screens.
• Ability to write read and comprehend the English language.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of related vocational training preferred.
• State Toolmkaker certification or equivalent preferred.
• Training and experience utilizing 5S/6S principles is a preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Requires continuous long reaches bending standing while handling light materials.
• Sometimes requires using large wrenches crowbars lifting or moving heavy materials or parts.
• Requires pusing pulling lifting or moving of materials and components that weigh up to 50lbs with proper lifting techniques and reasonable ergonomics.
• Ability to lift 100lbs. with assistance.
• Specific required vision abilities:
  • Must be able to see and interpret computer screens.
  • Must be able to read instructions drawings sketches and gages.
  • Must be able to see surface finishes as required by drawings and sketches with or without the use of corrective lenses and or vision aids.
  • Color vision peripheral vision depth perception and the ability to adjust focus are all required to safely navigate the shop workstation and equipment.

• Requires fine motor skills to effectively manipulate hand tools and equipment.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

• Safety glasses and safety shoes are required while in the shop.
• Hearing protection is required depending on noise levels.
• Chemical heat and or cut resistant gloves are required as necessary.
• Other personal protective equipment may be required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts such as power-driven equipment.
• Occasionally exposed to fumes airborne particles toxic or caustic chemicals grease and dirt.
• Exposed to moderate noise hearing protection may be required at times.

CLICK BOND WAY KEY ATTRIBUTES:

• Communicates respectfully to all team members vendors and visitors.
• Models a positive attitude.
• Actively listens to others and supports the team environment.
• Asks questions and learns from mistakes.
• Executes tasks with minimal errors in a timely and efficient manner.
• Attendance is consistent and meets or exceeds company standards.

Click Bond is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran status or genetic information or any other protected classification. Click Bond complies with federal and state disability laws. Click Bond will provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment including the application process