Manufacturing Team Member IV Job Mansfield area,Texas USA,Manufacturing / Production

Manufacturing Team Member IV

Advanced knowledge of CNC controls, mechanics, and programming is required. The role involves troubleshooting equipment, monitoring high‑tech machinery, and ensuring production quality.

Responsibilities

Work safely to prevent on‑the‑job injuries by following company and OSHA safety rules, understanding machine safeguards, recognizing and reporting safety hazards, and wearing required PPE.

Perform advanced set‑ups on equipment, install tools and fixtures, verify machine control settings, run first‑piece sample parts, and check required specifications.

Select, load, and test computer programs for each job, adjust offsets, and fine‑tune machine feed, speed, and axis points.

Monitor machine operation, check parts throughout runs, and make necessary adjustments to maintain part specifications and quality standards.

Troubleshoot problems using the troubleshooting guide and specialized knowledge; repair equipment, diagnose breakdowns, disassemble equipment, and replace defective components.

Replace, reset, and sharpen tools when necessary.

Perform general machine maintenance: clean machine, check oil and coolant levels, and top up as needed.

Complete inspections during runs, record findings on inspection sheets, and log detailed downtime and shift communications.

Report accurate counts of production parts, scrap, and labor hours using required paperwork or electronic entry.

Keep the work area clean and orderly, complying with established 6S standards.

Cross‑train by rotating to different machines and work areas as required.

Participate in lean‑manufacturing activities to improve products, reduce waste, or learn new skills or operations.

Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Ability to securely load and align raw materials, orient work pieces, and adjust programs (X, Y, Z, and R axes) to ensure print conforms to artwork.
Ability to disassemble, clean, and reassemble ink cups, print pads, and fixtures to prevent machine downtime.
Familiarity with touch‑screen machine interfaces, Microsoft Outlook/Teams, inventory management, production schedule adherence, and record‑keeping.
Understanding of ink chemistry, including measurement and addition of hardeners and thinners to optimize printing.
Excellent near vision to inspect finished items, ensuring accurate registration, crisp image transfer, and zero smudging or distortion.
Ability to identify and resolve print defects such as ink splash, voids, bubbles, misregistration, or fading by adjusting ink viscosity, machine settings, pad location, and/or pad durometer.
Fine motor skills required to handle pads, engraving plates, and print substrates safely.
Ability to stand for long periods and lift moderately heavy printing materials and products (up to 50 lbs).
Capability to interpret detailed job work orders, blueprints, production schedules, emails, and technical specifications.
Strong critical thinking to react to mechanical hiccups quickly and efficiently in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
High School Diploma or GED and at least three (3) years of experience or equivalent.
Preferred:
Metalworking or metal‑removal experience, CNC certification, or metalworking/tooling certification.
Basic math skills, literacy in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding basic English.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word).
Ability to use micrometers, calipers, go/no‑go gauges, or indicators, perform visual inspections, and read part drawings and blueprints for basic quality checks.
Ability to learn, problem‑solve, and make decisions per work instructions and documents.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

Paid vacations & holidays
Profit sharing & matching 401(k)
Health insurance (medical, vision, & dental)
Discounts on Klein Tools products
Education and professional development assistance

Physical & Safety Requirements

Exposure to radio frequencies that may be dangerous to individuals with a pacemaker.
Walking up to 10 hours per day (interruptive)
Sitting or standing up to 10 hours per day (interruptive)
Bending/twisting neck up to 2 hours per day (interruptive)
Bending/twisting waist up to 2 hours per day (interruptive)
Hand movement up to 10 hours per day (repetitive)
Arm movement up to 10 hours per day (repetitive)
Pushing/pulling weight (assisted) up to 2 hours per day (interruptive)
Lifting weight up to 35 lbs up to 2 hours per day (interruptive)

Core Values

Quality
Customer obsession
Innovation
Ownership
Teamwork

Klein Tools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For candidates with disabilities and needing assistance, please email us at

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