Job Summary

ASTECH is a leading aerospace subcontractor engaged in the manufacture and assembly of precision-machined structural aircraft components and assemblies for tolerance critical applications. ASTECH’s customers include both commercial and defense customers’ worldwide.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under minimal supervision, plans and determines the sequence of operations, layouts and construction of various types and sizes of tools, fixtures and, as required, dies.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES/DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Performs all tooling/fixtures inspection per related documents.

2. Generates reports to record result of tooling/fixtures inspection.

3. Monitors recall and sets up a schedule to verify accuracy of the tooling/fixtures, as required.

4. Maintains all records reflecting tooling/fixtures inspection activity.

5. Coordinates all inspection scheduling with Manufacturing and/or Engineering/ Calibration.

6. Schedules inspection for CMM functions.

7. Identifies the specific department/location where tooling/fixtures are being used or stored.

8. Analyzes complex blueprints, sketches and/or verbal instruction to determine layout, fabrication and assembly.

9. Manufactures new or alters existing tooling. Reviews quality of work and verifies dimensions and alignments.

10. Coordinates with Engineering to clarify and define problems before troubleshooting, repairing, producing or altering a tool.

11. Establishes tooling reference points.

12. Corrects tool drawings by red lining or prepares sketches of corrections.

13. Completes Operator Acceptance Program (OAP) certification, as required.

14. May drive company vehicle or forklift

15. Performs other duties, tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

EDUCATION

High School diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Requires 5-6 years toolmaking experience in a toolmaking discipline, preferably in an aerospace manufacturing environment. Must be knowledgeable of tool room practices and procedures. Must be able to work with all ferrous and non-ferrous metals and their alloys: stainless steel, tool steels, L-C steel, aluminum, copper, brass, bronze and all teflons and plastics possessing a strong knowledge of tool steels, steels and their properties and the heat treating of steels. Must be proficient at shop math and trigonometry and at the set up and operation of lathes, milling machines, surface grinders, jig bore, hones, drill presses, pedestal grinders, optical measuring equipment and power saws. Must have own set of tools. Must be able to understand and analyze the working of machinery, be able to read and understand written planning, complex blueprints and follow verbal instructions.

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

· Manual dexterity

· Exerting 20 to 75 pounds of force

· Prolonged periods of standing

· Requires repetitive use of hands, fine manual dexterity

· May require sitting, walking, bending over, crawling, climbing reaching over, crouching kneeling, balancing, grasping and pushing or pulling

· Ability to stand for long periods of time.

· Lift up to 50 pounds

· Able to work in a machine shop environment.

· May be required to work non-standard hours and shifts in support of customer requirements.

· Ability to read, write and comprehend English instructions.

· Ability to multi-task.

SAFETY – Directs compliance with applicable laws and regulations and product quality standards issued by OSHA, EPA, and other federal, state and local regulatory agencies.

QUALITY – Reinforces commitment to quality performance in all aspects of every task or project performed.

EEO/AAP – Directs the involvement of management in area of responsibility in contributing to the development and implementation of an approved Affirmative Action Plan in accordance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) compliance and the intent of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Pay: $35.00 - $44.00 per hour

Work Location: In person