Our Client is a family-owned distributor and manufacturer of tweezers, pliers, cutters, and other small assembly hand tools. We prioritize excellence in our products and maintain a results-driven culture focused on continuous improvement.

Job Description

Our Client is looking for a Shop Technician. The Shop Technician is responsible for making products that are custom-ordered and therefore are specialized products that require additional expertise, attention to detail, and high quality each and every time.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

Assembles fabricated parts at different workstations
Assembly of Blanks and Cutter to pre-established guidelines
Uses hand tools and power tools to assemble units according to product specifications
Operates CNC Machine - loading fixtures, installing in machine; running programs, running offsets in the machine, changing /tweaking programs as needed
Operating various mechanisms/tools such as: Belt and Wheel Grinders, Surface Grinders, Axys Machine, Vertical Mill, Drilling tools, tapping
Designs jigs and fixtures for toolmaking
Tests and calibrates parts and mechanisms to meet tolerances and product specifications
Identifies units that fail tests or tolerance levels and repairs as necessary
Maintain monthly Maintenance Log on all hand and power tools, inspect monthly and keep log on equipment condition as it relates to safety and effective operation; notify Supervisor of faulty or failing equipment
Training New employees how to finish parts – deburring
Works under immediate supervision of the Shop Manager
Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the job
Position begins at level I and progresses with experience to level II and level III as assessed by manager.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School diploma required; Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent in Business, Economics, Supply Chain, or related field strongly preferred
One to two years manufacturing / machine operation / assembly / hand tools / CNC machines experience strongly preferred
Basic math and critical thinking skills
Detail-oriented mindset
Data entry and computer skills
Excellent communication skills
Understanding of safety protocols and requirements

Work Location & Schedule

100% onsite
40 hours/week

Physical Conditions of Employment

Sitting, standing and/or walking 80-90% time

Kneel, crouch, reach, climb, walk, constant use of hands
Reach with hands and arms (the employee frequently is required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel)
Ability to work on feet for long hours
Normal or better vision and observance, attention to detail is required.
Speak, hear, read, write in English
Constant use of computer, keyboard and mouse
Lift up to 40 pounds occasionally

Tools Utilized

Personal computer and software systems such as ERP SysPro, Microsoft Office suite, etc.
Standard office equipment: telephone, copier/scanner, and others as required.

Environmental Conditions of Employment

The work environment is a manufacturing setting where there is exposure to noise, dust, heat, cold, chemicals and manufacturing equipment.

Compensation

$18-30 per hour