Major Tool & Machine · 15 hours ago
Toolsetting Technician
Indianapolis, IN
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expMajor Tool & Machine is seeking a Toolsetting Technician responsible for managing the tools and equipment necessary for machining operations. The role involves inspecting, calibrating, and maintaining tools, as well as supporting production staff by issuing and troubleshooting tools.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Read tool crib log book at the start of each shift and report problems which occur during shift
Measures angular dimensions, radii, contours, clearances, thread lead, and other specifications, using precision measuring instruments, such as micrometer, gauge blocks, dial indicators, height gauges, level protractors, and optical comparators
Tests units for fit of moving parts and mechanical functioning
Inspects gauges and measuring instruments for conformance to specifications
Determines salvageability of damaged tools, utilizing knowledge of cost of repairs from outside vendors
Check Zoller pre-setter at the beginning of each shift. If necessary, reset (program gage--clear--50 enter--5.9999 enter--1.9998 enter). Always double-check. Calibrate as necessary
Receive, unpack, and store incoming tools and equipment
May mark and identify tools and equipment, using identification tag, stamp, or electric marking tool
Maintain inventory of tools and equipment using computer. Aid in computer description for all tooling and supplies. Issue Bar Codes to tools using bar code scanning equipment
Distribute tools and equipment to workers and maintain records of tools and equipment issued and returned, or using computer
Sometimes deliver tools or equipment to workers, manually or using hand truck
Sometimes locate lost or misplaced tools and equipment
After perishable tooling has been used, remove from the rotary tool holders, review tooling for resharpening and place in pertinent regrind tubs. Place special tooling in job drawers and place standard tooling in stock
Inspect and measure tools and equipment for defects and wear, visually or using micrometer
Sometimes maintain used carbide insert storage for possible scrap value
Sometimes work with CAD/CAM Programmers to correct tool sheets as necessary
Assist, when necessary, in the daily operation of the tool crib, operating within tool crib standard operating procedures and work instructions
Send tools out for repair to appropriate vendor
Set tools per tool sheets
Set up and operate pre-setter
Maintain familiarity with the location of all tooling in the tool crib
Verify tools (buy off tool carts)
Ensure MSDS labels are properly attached and clearly marked prior to distributing bottles and containers
Assist, when necessary, in the daily operation of the tool crib
Distribute weld wire to weld shop personnel at the tool crib door
Work with machinist on the machine to trouble tooling problems
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED required
Three To Six Months Experience Preferred
Visual Acuity- Near acuity and accommodation are required for reading machine dial gauges, blueprints, and precision measuring instruments used in the inspection of tooling
Hearing Ability- Accommodations as required for communicating with employees and customers and recognizing sounds associated with machinery
Preferred
Vocational training, trade school, work experience or apprenticeship with machining background preferred
Company
Major Tool & Machine
Major Tool & Machine started business as a custom job shop specializing in the production of tooling and aircraft ground support equipment.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.17MKey Investors
Indiana Economic Development Corporation
2022-06-20Grant· $0.17M
2021-09-01Acquired
Leadership Team
Kevin Bowling
Chief Operating Officer
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