What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Toolmaker position at McAlister Design?
Looking to start or grow your career in manufacturing? At Steelcrest Precision , we are looking for motivated individuals interested in developing their skills as a Toolmaker. Whether you are entry-level and eager to learn or already have industry experience, we provide hands-on training and opportunities for growth from day one. If you are looking for a company that believes in investing in its people, their development, and long-term success, Steelcrest Precision is the place for you.
Steelcrest Precision (formally Wauseon Machine) is looking for skilled professionals that are interested in working 20-30 hours a week. You don't need a set weekly schedule - just experience, expertise, and a passion for Toolmaking. Are you a skilled Toolmaker with 20 years of experience in the field, passionate about your work, enjoy the processes, but don't want to work overtime? Come apply today!
Core Responsibilities:
- Program and machine parts according to blueprints, drawings, and/or layouts.
- Setup, operate, and disassemble lathes, mills, and/or grind machines.
- Verify dimensions, size, shapes, and tolerances of workpieces.
- Align, secure, and adjust cutting tools and workpieces.
- Turn, mill, drill, shape, and grind parts to specifications.
- Complete required purchase requisitions, inspection sheets , and production sheets.
- Clean and deburr parts, work area, and machine tools.
- Identify questions or concerns for customers.
- Complete high-quality work, on time, and with minimal scrap and rework. (Complete 5 Whys when appropriate)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years CNC machining experience; additional education or certification preferred.
- Experience running CNC mills and/or lathes (Mazak, UMC, Haas, horizontal CNC, and manual lathes/mills).
- GD&T understanding and experience.
- Experience with setup and programming.
- Experience reading, writing, and editing G-Code.
- Ability to perform quality checks.
- Knowledge and use of specialty tooling.
- Strong math abilities (decimals, fractions, etc.) and ability to read and interpret detailed blueprints.
Salary : $39,535 - $60,463