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Tooling Technician

AWS/CES is NOW HIRING: Tooling Technician

Chattanooga, Tennessee
Temp-to-Hire
$24.25/Hour
$0.75/Hour Shift Differential for Off-Shift

Open Positions

Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Afternoon Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Tooling Technician / Tool Maker to join the Tooling Team. This position will be responsible for building, repairing, modifying, and maintaining tooling and molds while supporting production schedules and preventative maintenance requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Construct and repair aluminum tools and molds from rough casting through production-ready completion.
  • Build and modify tools and molds according to blueprints and specifications.
  • Operate machine shop equipment including lathes, milling machines, radial drills, and other tooling equipment.
  • Perform aluminum and steel welding as needed.
  • Install and maintain required plumbing on tools and molds.
  • Complete work orders and required documentation.
  • Complete TQRs on new tools and required forms.
  • Make tooling modifications and repairs.
  • Follow tooling repair and preventative maintenance schedules.
  • Troubleshoot tool and mold defects.
  • Troubleshoot tooling while on the production press when needed.
  • Plan layouts and construct jigs and other tooling-related items.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
  • Follow PPE and safety requirements.
  • Participate in training, continuous improvement, and 5S programs.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years of experience with tool repairs, modifications, and fabrication.
  • Experience working with aluminum and carbon steel.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints.
  • Skilled in the use of:
    • Lathes
    • Milling machines
    • Radial drills
    • Aluminum and steel welding equipment
    • Various hand tools
  • Ability to independently plan and complete jobs from start to finish.
  • Experience with tooling plumbing and related equipment.

Apply Today!

If you have tooling, mold-making, fabrication, or machine shop experience and are looking for a temp-to-hire opportunity in Chattanooga, we want to hear from you!

Apply today or send your resume to [email protected] 

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