Tool Maker

Lays out, fits, and assembles parts to make repair cutting tools, jogs, fixtures, gauges, dies or machinists’ hand tools.

Job Details

• Position Type: Full time, Hourly Non-Exempt

• Work Location: 23400 Haggerty Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48335

• Shift Availability: Initial training will be conducted on 1st shift, with transition to 2nd or 3rd shift upon completion.
  

Key Responsibilities

• Lays out, fits, and assembles parts to make repair cutting tools, jogs, fixtures, gauges, dies or machinists’ hand tools.

• Sets up and operates all tool room equipment

• Studies blueprints to determine machining to be done and plans layout and assembly or copies existing parts.

• Produces new tools, parts, etc. for machines and equipment.

• Repairs/rewords tools, dies, machine parts and performs similar work.

• Makes inspection when required of parts, tools, etc.

• Performs bench work related to job assigned.

• Supplies own tools normally used in a journeyman’s trade.

• Responsible for lubrication, maintenance and car of tool room equipment.

• May assist General Maintenance or Machine Repair/Rebuild Person in measuring, fitting, installation or replacement of parts where his skills is required.

• Responsible for cleanliness of work area and machines.

• Reports to supervision unusual difficulties or conditions regarding machines, tools, and equipment.

• Completes job or daily job card.

• Assist in training new hires or apprentices.

Skills/Competencies

• Ability to interpret work instructions

• Ability to follow written and verbal directions

• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills

• Manual dexterity

• Detail-oriented

• Organizational skills
  

Qualifications (Required):

• Education: High School Diploma

• Certification: Journeyman’s Card; or eight years related experience, technical degree and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience to acquire Journeyman’s card.