The Assistant Tool Maker is responsible for working as a member of a team to assist with troubleshooting problems, performing tool maintenance, fabricating tooling and modifying tools and related components to design specifications while optimizing cost and delivery.

12 hour Nights shifts rotating- 2 on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off openings

Essential Accountabilities

1. Assist with the fabrication, modification, maintenance, and repair of Placon’s tools and mechanical components by using CNC mills, mills, lathes, drills, grinders and other shop equipment.

2. Perform bench work such as sanding and tool assembly.

3. Assist in tool inspections to insure proper tool rebuilds/repairs and reduce development costs of new tools.

4. Participate as a team member to improve work practices and methods.

5. Understand and comply with all ISO QSP's and work instructions related to job responsibilities.

6. Assists in Tool Vault and Sample Lab as required.

7. Participates in training and educational opportunities, including ISO 9000 to improve individual skills, knowledge and ability.

8. Complies with all applicable safety regulations and keeps work area neat and orderly.

9. Assist all departments by providing machine shop support.

10. Trouble shoot production problems and provide solutions.

11. Perform work to the tooling schedule and adjust as required to meet Internal and external customer deadlines.

Qualifications

Certificate in Machine Tool Operations preferred but not required or related field and 1 year of experience in manufacturing environment – OR – Equivalent machine tool experience in tool fabrication, maintenance, or machine shop.

Ability to read, write and speak English to meet training, safety and quality requirements. Working knowledge on the safe and effective use of the following machine shop equipment and hand tools.

Desired Skills

Ability to interact well with others and collaborate on best methods

Self starter with the ability to try new methods to improve productivity

Strong troubleshooting skills

Ability to follow direction from Lead Tool Maker and communicate with team

Position Requirements

Work Environment Conditions:

Inside: Production, Tool Vault and Tooling department

Equipment/Tools Used:

The following machine shop equipment: CNC mills, lathes, mills, grinders, drill presses, band saws, table saws, welders, sandblasters, and die bending equipment.

Working knowledge of the safe and effective use of hand tools.

Physical Requirements:
Light work (lift 10 lbs): occasionally – components & tools

Medium Work (lift 11-30 lbs.) occasionally – components & tools
Heavy Work (lift 31-50 lbs.) occasionally – components & tools
Other Physical Requirements: Work on your feet for 12 hours a day

Mental Requirements
Reading, Writing, Calculating, Interpersonal Skills, Reasoning / Analysis, Works with Minimal Supervision, Shop math

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $20.75 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Madison, WI 53719: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Machine Tool Operations Certificate (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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