Tooling & Robotics Technician

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Full Time Arcade, NY, US

7 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $26.00 – $36.00 Hourly

For more than 50 years, Gowanda GEC and Gowanda BTI has been a leader in the design, manufacture, and supply of precision electronic components for RF, microwave, and power applications. Components include standard off-the-shelf and custom-designed inductors, chips, chokes, coils, conicals, toroids, transformers, and magnetic devices in surface mount and axial-leaded (thru-hole) configurations that are used in a wide variety of electronic applications around the world.

The company offers RoHS-compliant products as well as lead-containing components for QPL military/defense and other demanding requirements. Non-magnetic inductors are also available for situations where magnetic components would compromise system performance, as in medical imaging (MRI) equipment.

Tooling & Robotics Technician

Manufacturing / Engineering

Reports To:

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Gowanda BTI, Arcade, NY

5 am to 1:30 pm

$26-$36

The Tooling & Robotics Technician supports electronic component manufacturing by machining, maintaining, and improving precision tooling, jigs, and fixtures, performing basic setup and adjustment of robotic equipment, and handling mold changes. This role ensures that manufacturing work cells and processes operate safely, efficiently, and consistently. Attention to detail and careful handling of molds and tooling is essential to avoid damage.

• Machine and modify precision tooling, jigs, fixtures, nests, and alignment components using manual and/or CNC equipment.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing specifications.
• Repair and maintain existing tooling to ensure proper function, repeatability, and fit.
• Recommend fixture or tooling improvements based on operator feedback or process issues.
• Maintain documentation of tooling revisions, changes, and setup notes.

• Perform setup and adjustment of robotic equipment used for handling, soldering, winding, inspection, molding, or assembly.
• Adjust robot offsets, end-of-arm tooling, sensors, and alignment components to maintain part quality and consistency.
• Support automation engineers with teach point adjustments or minor path corrections.
• Assist in implementing new fixtures, end effectors, and automation upgrades.

• Perform mold swaps carefully and methodically to avoid damage, cracking, or misalignment.
• Ensure molds are clean, properly seated, and aligned during installation and removal.
• Work with operators and maintenance to support mold-related process needs.
• Maintain accurate records of mold changes, condition, and maintenance.

• Respond promptly to tooling, mold, or robot setup needs that affect manufacturing operations or part quality.
• Work closely with Quality, Operators, and Engineering to resolve alignment, tolerance, or repeatability issues.
• Follow standardized work instructions, setup documentation, and process guidelines.
• Provide basic training to operators on safe fixture, mold, and automation handling.

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to cycle time reduction, yield improvements, fixture and mold robustness, and automation stability.
• Suggest solutions to improve tooling or mold performance and reduce manual adjustments.
• Support and contribute to 5S and workplace organization efforts.
• Assist with preventive maintenance tasks on tooling, molds, and robotic equipment.

• High school diploma or GED required; technical trade certificate preferred.
• 2–4 years of experience in machining, tooling, basic robotic setup, or automated manufacturing.
• Experience in electronic component manufacturing is preferred but not required.

• Skilled in manual machining (mills, lathes, grinders); CNC experience is a plus.
• Strong blueprint…