Tooling Machinist

Job Summary

The Tooling Machinist is responsible for tool and die fabrication, repair, maintenance and setup. The individual is responsible for continuous improvement within the facility and in particular within the scope of their responsibilities.

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

• Setup and changeover of molds per production schedule.
• Assembles, repairs, and fabricates parts or components for tools or machines by operating mechanical equipment.
• Operates lathes, mills, grinders, and all other shop equipment necessary to repair molds and dies.
• Inspect and maintain molds; grease, lube, replace worn or broken springs, pins, etc., polish out burrs, re-tap water lines, clean and ready for production.
• Utilizes precision measuring instruments to check the accuracy and quality of machined parts.
• Select and operate the appropriate tools to cut, shape, or finish metal, plastic, or composite material.
• Identify and order replacement parts, tooling, etc. and communicate with vendors for tooling products.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to read, interpret documents and blueprints.
• Ability to apply fractions, addition, subtraction, division, decimals, and common fractions in all units of measure.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment and mechanical equipment and tools.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail.

• A high school diploma or general education (GED) is required.
• Minimum of one year of related experience and/or training.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

The physical demands described are representative of those that an employee must successfully perform. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear; frequently use hands, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; occasionally climb or balance.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move 35-100 pounds. 35-50 lbs. can be lifted by one person if they feel comfortable; 50 lbs. or more requires assistance or use of a lifting device such as a pallet jack, forklift, scissor table, or buddy system.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential job functions.

• The employee regularly works near moving, vibrating mechanical equipment, occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, and exposed to minimal risk of electrical shock.
• Noise level is usually loud; hearing protection and testing are required; PPE required.
• Safety shoes/boots are required.

Tooling Machinist

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Shift Supervisor

Approved by: Human Resources

Last Revision Date: July 2025