What are the responsibilities and job description for the Toolmaker position at MNP?
Job Schedule: Train 1st shift 5:30 am to 3:30 pm, move permanently to 2nd shift 3:15 pm to 1:15 am Monday - Thursday
Location: 1524 E 14 Mile Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071
About us: MNP is an award-winning fastener manufacturer specializing in diameters from M3 to M24. Established in 1970, it is a family-owned business with core values of Humility, Integrity, Trust, Compassion and Dedication. MNP controls the complete manufacturing process from the annealing of the raw coiled steel through heading, rolling, heat treating, plating, coating, packaging, and distributing. Employees at MNP work together in teams yet work without constant supervision. MNP seeks to promote from within and offers training and development at all levels of the organization; 75% of all leadership positions are held by employees who were promoted from within.
About the role of a Toolmaker: The Toolmaker's purpose is to construct precision tools or dies that are used to cut, shape, and form metal and other materials. They produce jigs and fixtures and gauges and other measuring devices.
Responsibilities of a Toolmaker:
Cut and shape tools with lathes and cutting machines
Proficiently run a Bridgeport, OD/ID Grinders, and other Surface Grinding
machines
Use precision measurement instruments such as micrometers, gauges, and calipers to check the tool's dimensions
Monitor Machines to ensure efficient run rates, identify repairs and suggest
improvements
Benching and Polishing experience a plus
Additional skills and/or experience required for success in the role of a Toolmaker:
Mechanically inclined
Able to use hand tools such as wrenches, screw drivers, etc.
Possess basic computer skills
Able to commit to perfect attendance during the training schedule
Able to read job instructions
Able to complete required paperwork
Able to stand, walk, bend, push, pull, lift, and sit as needed throughout the day
Able to communicate clearly and effectively
Benefits of a Toolmaker: Along with competitive pay, MNP offers employees BCBS medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life insurance, life insurance, flexible spending account, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) and 401(k) match, discretionary profit-sharing. Aflac products are also available. Benefits listed here are optional and have a waiting period. Additional benefits include a health clinic (onsite in Utica) for employees and their families; optional employee wellness activities include managing and tracking diabetes, blood pressure, and weight control; onsite, personalized retirement counseling; employee referral bonuses and employment of friends and families; access to tickets for Jimmy John's Field; volunteer opportunities include Gleaners, Suite Dreams, Veterans Support activities, Blessings in a Backpack, food and clothing drives, and others; employee recognition includes anniversaries, birthdays, and special events; employee discounts on autos, cell phones, and others; employee social activities include Detroit Tigers opening day, Fat Tuesday, ice cream/popsicles, picnics, team meetings, team outings, one-on-one with the president, and many more.
This job description is not intended to be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the company. We are an equal opportunity employer and a second chance employer. We give consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and any other related State or Federal protected classes or characteristics.
Additional skills and/or experience required for success in the role:
Able to pass a pre-employment, post-offer physical, drug screen
Able to pass a background check