Career Transitions, a morales group company · 1 month ago
Tool Room Technician
Columbia, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expCareer Transitions, LLC is a leading recruiting agency specializing in connecting employers with qualified professionals. They are seeking a hands-on Engineering Technician to support engineering and manufacturing teams in the design, testing, and implementation of products and processes, ensuring product quality and process efficiency on the production floor.
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Responsibilities
Partner with engineers on the design, building, testing, and validation of automotive components, assemblies, and systems
Lead prototype builds and conducts functional, performance, and durability testing
Collect, analyze, and document test data; provide actionable insights for product and process optimization
Play a key role in New Product Introduction (NPI), including PFMEA, control plans, process setup, and validation
Drive manufacturing process improvements using Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and 5S methodologies to boost efficiency, safety, and quality
Rapidly troubleshoot equipment and process issues, perform root cause analysis (8D, 5-Why), and implement permanent corrective actions
Collaborate with production, maintenance, and quality teams to minimize downtime and maximize throughput
Support Six Sigma and continuous improvement projects
Create and maintain detailed work instructions, test reports, technical specifications, and engineering drawings
Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific quality requirements
Manage Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and Engineering Change Notices (ECNs)
Operate, calibrate, and maintain advanced laboratory and production test equipment (data acquisition systems, environmental chambers, dynamometers, etc.)
Design and fabricate custom fixtures, gauges, and tooling using SolidWorks or AutoCAD
Support automation and robotics integration initiatives
Qualification
Required
High school diploma/GED combined with 2–5+ years of hands-on technical experience will be considered
Proficient reading blueprints, GD&T, schematics, and mechanical/electrical drawings
Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, multimeters, data loggers, CMM, and other precision measurement tools
SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar 3D CAD experience required
Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Root Cause Analysis, and Continuous Improvement tools
Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environment
Preferred
Associate's degree in Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field
2–5 years as an Engineering Technician, Lab Technician, or Manufacturing Technician in automotive or Tier 1/2 supplier environment strongly preferred
Benefits
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Company
Career Transitions, a morales group company
Workforce Solutions provider offering Talent, Exempt Contracting, and Outplacement services Since 1987.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-03-10Acquired
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