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Tool Maker C
Department:Tool
Title of Immediate Supervisor:Tool Department Supervisor
Summary: This position is responsible to provide assistance to experienced Tool Makers in the production and repair of metal working tools and dies.
KEY RESULT AREAS
A.Works with and assists Class A and B Tool Makers in the beginning stages of tooling to develop knowledge and skills in the processes/procedures to be followed.
1.Prepares materials (such as sawing, milling and grinding) according to directions.
2.Provides assistance in the assembly process (such as drilling, tapping holes, etc.)
3.Completes sub-assemblies (such as parallels, stops, etc.)
B.Completes assigned projects (such as making safety guards, organizing materials and tools, etc.) to become familiar with methods in machining, and procedures and materials used.
1.Identifies and suggests ways to save time, money and/or prevent unforeseen accidents.
2.Assures safety policy guidelines are followed.
C.Maintains equipment in proper working order to develop an understanding of how the equipment works, and to minimize equipment down time.
1.Notifies the Tool Department Supervisor if equipment is not operating properly.
D.Maintains a clean and orderly work station to assure a safe environment.
1.Cleans work area after each completed job; picks up the work area at the end of each shift.
2.Returns department tools to their proper place.
E.Picks up and/or delivers parts, tools and supplies as requested to assure department efficiency is maintained.
F.Performs other duties as required or assigned.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Desired Education and Experience
High school education and machine shop course work; or a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge.
Desired/Required Credentials, Licenses or Designations
Valid Minnesota Class C Driver's License to pick up and/or deliver parts.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
·Ability to read and work from blueprints, sketches and written instructions.
·Ability to use inspection equipment (such as micrometers, indicators and height gauges).
·Knowledge of and skill in using tooling machines and equipment (such as milling machines, band saws, engine lathe, surface grinder and drill presses).
·Knowledge of and ability to perform math equations (such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division) and trigonometry equations.
·Knowledge of and skill in using hand tools (such as files, die grinders and hack saws).
·Ability to be flexible such as adapting plans, schedules or actions to accomplish the most productive work environment.
·Ability to be self-directed such as planning work flow, priorities and resources needed without continuous supervision; ability to follow verbal instructions.
·Skill in hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
·Ability to exert up to 20 pounds of force frequently; ability to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally.
OTHER PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS NECESSARY TO PERFORM THIS JOB
Talking: Must be able to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word. Must be able to convey detailed or important spoken information to other workers accurately.
Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist.
Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
Standing/Walking:Sustained periods of time where standing or moving about on foot to accomplish tasks is necessary.
Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward.
Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position.
Fingering: Picking, pinching, or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm.
Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
Feeling: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.
Position requires the use of near and mid-range vision with clarity of vision at 20 inches or less, and at distances of more than 20 inches and less than 20 feet. The ability to judge distance and space relationships to see objects where and as they are. The ability to identify and distinguish colors. The ability to observe up and down or to the right or left (field of vision).
USUAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Exposure to continual noise from machines, such as saws and drills–Daily
Regular movement of equipment and machinery hazard–Daily
Exposure to chemicals and solvents, such as layout fluid and cleaning solutions–Occasionally
Operating machines and tools may create potential for electrical shock–Occasionally
Position operates to support the needs of production schedules so work pace may vary according to those demands–Daily
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