This is an Hourly, Non-Exempt day (1st) shift position reporting to Lake Orion MI and / or Macomb MI.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
*Note: there are Tool Builder 1, 2, and 3 positions open!
Lays out, fabricates, assembles, and repairs jigs, fixtures, forms, templates, and related tooling used in manufacturing aircraft parts and assemblies, following blueprints, sketches, and specifications, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
*For Tool Build 1, 2, and 3
- Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety regulations
- Operate crane, forklift, and heaving machinery
- Work with aluminum, steel, graphite materials, etc.
- Use of hand tools, power tools, and various shop equipment
- Deburring and grinding of tools
- Track hours on all jobs
- Any additional duties assigned by management
*For Tool Build 2 & 3
- Examines blueprints and/or MBD models for templates, jigs, fixtures, or other bond tools to be built
- Use of measuring equipment: micrometers, calipers, etc.
*For Tool Build 3
- May draw sketches and prepare detailed instructions for fabricating or machining to be performed by other workers
- Sets up and operates variety of machines and shop equipment to cut, shape, and finish materials to specified dimensions
REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful job performance will be considered. Typical qualifications would be:
- This position must meet Export Control Compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22.C.F.R. is required
*For Tool Build 1, 2, and 3
- Minimum 0-1 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Completion of High School/GED.
- Basic math skills.
*For Tool Build 2 and 3
- Minimum 2-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Minimum 2-5 years' experience in setup and operating lathes, bridgeport, surface grinder, etc.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints and GD&T.
*For Tool Build 3
- 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
- 5+ years of experience in setup and operating lathes, bridgeport, surface grinder, etc.
- 5+ years of experience in inspection gages and equipment (i.e.: micrometers, calipers, etc.)
- Able to complete a job from start to finish with little to no assistance.
- Ability to prepare detailed instructions for fabricating or machining to be performed by other workers.
PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS (for Tool Build 1, 2, and 3)
- Ability to effectively handle tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Able to work varied shifts, overtime and weekends when necessary
- Ability to work with management team to help drive performance of location
TRAVEL (for Tool Build 1, 2, and 3)
Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some projects may require more out-of-the-area and overnight travel.
WORKING CONDITIONS (for Tool Build 1, 2, and 3)
Working conditions described here are representative of those that may be experienced by an employee on a daily basis while performing the functions of this job.
- While performing the duties of this job, employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles.
- The employee may be exposed to vibration
- The employee is occasionally exposed to caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
- May be required to work weekends to meet department and business demands
- Work with safe manufacturing processes and understand that eye wear is mandatory in the manufacturing area.
- Knows that safety shoes are recommended in the manufacturing area
PHYSICAL DEMANDS (for Tool Build 1, 2, and 3)
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
- Must be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
- Must be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel and reach with hands and arms
- Must be able to frequently walk & stand for short periods of time
- Must be able to lift and move up to 35 pounds, occasionally lift and move objects up to 50lbs.
MENTAL QUALIFICATIONS (for Tool Build 1, 2, and 3)
The following mental qualifications described here are essential for successful job performance.
- Creative Problem-Solving:
- Identifying and address challenges in a positive and effective collaborative manner with external customers and internal customers (employees).
- Demonstrating critical thinking within reasonable ability under short-term pressures.
- Willingness to find creative solutions to complex situations, and seek out help, when needed.
- Deliver a result that meets the business’ outlined expectations for success.
- Resilient and Adaptable Teamwork:
- Ability to take orders under ambiguity and uncertainty, within reason and manageable.
- Collaborate with others when clarity is necessary in a positive and effective manner with a growth mindset.
- Embrace new ideas within compliant standards.
- Practice gratitude, appreciation, and compassion while helping drive organizational change.
- Ethical Integrity and Safety:
- Exhibit honesty, respect, fairness, and trust in all interactions.
- Make moral and compliant decisions.
- Prioritize reliability for deadlines and attendance.
- Uphold procedural steps for company’s culture and everyone’s wellbeing.
- Excellence and Continuous Improvement:
- Demonstrate commitment to personal and professional growth, when applicable.
- Recommend redirection when a best business practice may be available and appropriate.
- Stay updated on relevant industry trends, technology, and advancements if the position is technical or specialized.
- Accepting of constructive criticism and accountability when not meeting the business’ outlined expectations for success.
