Tool Setter

Description

General Description of Position:

The Tool Kitter will be responsible evaluating, organizing and preparing tool kits for machining operations. Coordinate with outgoing and incoming shifts. Communicate and interact with work leaders, supervisors, operators, engineers, schedulers, and tool vendors.

Essential Functions:

• Use standard tools, gauges, and Zoller Smile 400 presetting machine as required to check and set tools
• Schedule and perform duties to stock, set, and improve Tooling preparation for CNC machining operations
• Send dull tooling out for re-grind
• Purchasing and setting tooling for assigned machining operations
• Maintain tooling records
• Maintain gauges assigned to machining operations and locations
• Work with programmers/operators to ensure tools and kits are set properly and on-time with minimal supervision Perform daily PM checks on tool setting equipment
• Support Lean Manufacturing/Continuous Improvement initiatives and function as requested
• Recommend, and participate in environmental health and safety practices
• Categorize and store kits and fixtures for all jobs
• May be assigned to carry out tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department objectives and to develop individual skills

Requirements

Job Requirements::

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Flexibility to alter work schedule for timely completion of projects
• Prioritization of multiple projects to meet operational goals
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 35 lbs. without assistance and occasionally up to 50 lbs. following company safe lifting protocol
• Ability to pull, push, sit, reach, and stand for up to eight (8) hours per day.
• Ability to work in an environment with metal, dust, noise, oils and chemicals
• Strong project management skills
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and/or pneumatic systems

Competencies:

• Great work ethic and attitude
• Ability to learn and take direction
• Adaptability/Flexibility
• Initiative
• Detail-oriented
• Computer skills – Microsoft Excel
• Strong desire to succeed

Projects Inc. has a very comprehensive Benefits package including Medical/Dental Insurance, matched 401k, and more. 

Acknowledgments:
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their manager.
Projects Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or any other basis protected by law.

Drug-Free and Alcohol-Free Workplace
In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, Projects is committed to providing a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment. Alcohol and drug use and abuse pose a threat to the health and safety of our employees, to the security of our equipment, facilities, and product quality. For these reasons, Projects is dedicated to the elimination of drug and alcohol use and abuse in the workplace.

This policy applies to all employees and all applicants for employment at Projects. Human Resources is responsible for the administration of this policy.

Pre-employment
Applicants being considered for hire must pass a drug test after written acceptance of an offer of employment and before beginning work. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration.
All applicants are subject to pre-employment drug testing and will be assigned to a testing facility designated by Projects and directed to provide a urine specimen. Collected specimens will be sent to a federally certified laboratory and tested for evidence of marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, PCP, benzodiazepines, methadone, methaqualone, propoxyphene use, and specimens may be tested for other illegal drug(s) and/or legal cannabis.

E-Verify
Projects, Inc. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to verify you are authorized to work in the United States. Projects, Inc. will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and have completed the Form I-9 upon hire.