Toolmaker I

Toolmaker I-Machine Tool Builder - Novi, Michigan
Contract position through December 2026
Pay Rate: up to $28.00 per hour (based on proven work history)

Required Skills:

• Read prints
• Assemble tooling
• Snap Lines using datum points
• Install fence/follow a layout

Required Duties of the Toolmaker I:
Individual is experienced performing the activities listed below on their own with little to no guidance or assistance from Skilled Trades Leader in a machine tool manufacturing environment.

• Should have basic knowledge to run Lathe, Bridgeport, and Surface Grinder
• Able to determine assembly process from mechanical blueprints
• Snap chalk lines and install floor plates
• Install sealer equipment and camera stations
• Install fence
• Install upper cable tray
• Install tooling
• Install framing system
• Install light screens and gate keys
• Read mechanical blueprints and bill of materials
• Assembly units
• Ability to drill, tap, and ream holes
• Able to use an optical level
• Use of hand saw, drill press, and grinders
• The following will be covered on first few days of OJT:
  • Stencil and tagging frame
  • Check list completion
  • Torque audit

Required Tools of the Toolmaker I :

• 1/2 ", 3/8 " air ratchet or battery powered impact; Small Ball Peen Hammer; Small Brass Hammer; 6, 10, & 12 Crescent Wrench; 12 Combination Square; 2 Polisher; 3/8 " Air Hand Drill or battery powered; 3/8 ", 1/2 " Ratchets; 6 Calipers; 8 Torpedo Level; De-burring Tool; Drift Punches/Brass Punch; Metric Allen Wrenches; Metric Tape Measurer; Metric Wrenches; Metric, 3/8 ", and 1/2 " Allen Head sockets; Scribe; 6 " scale; Tap Handle; Center Punch; Air Grinder; 1/2 " Torque Wrench (certified in-house for use); Feeler Gauges

A successful candidate will be subject to a background check and must receive satisfactory results of the same, as a condition of joining the team.

By applying for this role, you confirm that all information submitted is accurate and complete. You further acknowledge that providing false or fraudulent information during the application process is cause for denial of an offer, revocation of any existing offer, or other adverse action, up to and including termination after the start of your commencement of work.