Tool Builder 3 - 2nd Shift

Summary of Position Lays out, fabricates, assembles, and repairs jigs, fixtures, forms, templates, and related tooling used in manufacturing aircraft parts and assemblies, following blueprints, sketches, and specifications, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment. This position is for 2nd shift.   Essential Functions Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety regulations Operate crane, forklift, and heaving machinery Examines blueprints and/or MBD models for templates, jigs, fixtures, or other bond tools to be built Use of measuring equipment: micrometers, calipers, etc. May draw sketches and prepare detailed instructions for fabricating or machining to be performed by other workers Sets up and operates variety of machines and shop equipment to cut, shape, and finish materials to specified dimensions Work with aluminum, steel, graphite materials, etc. Use of hand tools, power tools, and various shop equipment Deburring and grinding of tools Track hours on all jobs Any additional duties assigned by management   Required Skills, Education & Experience Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful job performance will be considered. Typical qualifications would be: 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment 5 years of experience in setup and operating lathes, bridgeport, surface grinder, etc. 5 years of experience in inspection gages and equipment (i.e.: micrometers, calipers, etc.) Ability to read and understand blueprints and GD&T Understanding of general customer requirements and specifications Able to complete a job from start to finish with little to no assistance Basic math skill  Ability to prepare detailed instructions for fabricating or machining to be performed by other workers This position must meet Export Control Compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22.C.F.R. is required   Prefered Qualifications Ability to effectively handle tasks in a fast-paced environment Able to work varied shifts, overtime and weekends when necessary Ability to work with management team to help drive performance of location   SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY None   Travel As necessary   Working Conditions Working conditions described here are representative of those that may be experienced by an employee on a daily basis while performing the functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles. The employee may be exposed to vibration The employee is occasionally exposed to caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate May be required to work weekends to meet department and business demands Work with safe manufacturing processes and understand that eyewear is mandatory in the manufacturing area. Knows that safety shoes are recommended in the manufacturing area   Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.   Must be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Must be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel and reach with hands and arms Must be able to frequently walk & stand for short periods of time Must be able to lift and move up to 35 pounds, occasionally lift and move objects up to 50lbs.   Special Requirements Employment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening.   This position requires use of information that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder').   Ascent Aerospace is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status or a person’s relationship or association with a protected veteran, including spouses and other family members, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters  If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please call toll-free 1 586-726-0500. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please call toll-free 1 586-726-0500. This phone number is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.   ABOUT US Ascent Aerospace is a world renowned, single-source provider of production and automated assembly systems for the aerospace, defense and space industries. As the largest tooling group, Ascent produces a full suite of both mold and assembly tooling required for the aerospace manufacturing market, including the largest invar molds ever made for aerospace. As an automation provider and production system integrator, Ascent work with customers to develop their project and see it through from process engineering, to build and installation to ensure it is an efficient and cost effective solution.