Tooling Technician - 2nd shift

Company: Nesco Resource
Location: Dodge Center
Posted on: June 26, 2025

Job Description:

Tooling Technician - McNeilus (Dodge Center, MN) 1 opening 2nd shift: Monday -Friday – 5:00 PM – 3:30 AM. Fridays are generally an 8 hour shift as business needs allow. Saturday hours may also be necessary based on business needs from 5PM – 10PM/11PM. /hour Shift differential Direct Hire Must be able to work in the US Interview Process: Onsite with hiring team Education: does NOT require GED or HS Diploma, only applicable experience Job Description The positions within Tooling technician are responsible for a wide variety of repair work on jigs, fixtures, build new tools to support Change notices & NPD launches fixtures using 2D drawings. The employee must be able to troubleshoot Hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical problems. They assist in training new employees and must maintain a clean and safe working environment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Sr. Welder willing to read GD&T on prints to build tools. • Communicate verbally with co-workers to keep a safe working environment. • A strong desire to accept tooling challenges and take them on to help the company succeed is a must. • Follow written and verbal instructions to complete tasks. • Lift light and/or heavy parts on and off a cart, floor, shelf, etc. • Check and review work orders and complete tasks on a priority basis. • Inspect and troubleshoot hydraulic, plumbing, and mechanical problems. • Replace and/or repair worn-out, broken, and damaged components on jigs and fixtures. • Operate a crane/hoist for heavy lifting. Operate forklift, tow motor, tractors, and other facility vehicles safely. • Inspect forklifts and tow motors before, during, and after operation. • Operate jigs and fixtures shop equipment's like CNC lathe, CNC Mill, standard drilling and saw machine. • Transport tools, parts, supplies, and equipment safely throughout the facility. • Use a variety of hand and power tools. • Report repair statuses to department supervisors. • Communicate using handheld radios with other tool techs or assistance supervisor. • Knowledge in metal fabrication, and/or technical equipment. • Assist co-workers with heavy lifting of parts. • Sweep and clean shop areas. • Work required hours and have an excellent attendance record. • Work overtime and support weekends during planned shutdowns and to keep delivery project on time as needed basis. • Maintain a clean and safe working environment. • Communicating to supervisor or engineers about missing parts. • Inspire oneself and others to reach a goal and/or perform the best of their performing a task. • Support SMS audits and perform jigs Preventive maintenance. • Work very closely with engineers and open to changes driven by new strategies. Basic Qualifications • Certified Sr. Welder • Forklift Certified • At least 5 years of welding experience Preferred Qualifications • Experience to run CNC Machines in jigs shop. • Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly keeping safety and quality at high standards. • Perform all assigned tasks. • Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills • Recognize and react to abnormal operating conditions. • Follow instructions from supervisors and other co-workers • Use and wear personal protective equipment as indicated by the task or environment. • Hear safety alarms, other co-workers, and from handheld radios. • Perform counting tasks. • Read safety manuals, blueprints, and work orders. • Understand and identify safety issues. • Maintain balance when walking and standing on potential slippery work floor. • Maintain balance when climbing onto a forklift truck, ladders, and steps. • Individually lift and manipulate parts/equipment weighing up to 80 pounds. • Tolerate constant standing and sitting while performing tasks. • Tolerate occasional kneeling, crouching and confined space while performing tasks. Corporation Classification - Restricted • Have good hand eye coordination. • Use both hands for tool operation, carrying of parts, and assisting co-workers with heavy lifting of parts. • Operate and access heavy equipment safely and effectively. • Remember task sequence and safety constraints. • Ability to act in a self-confident manner to facilitate completion of a work assignment. • Ability to organize prints to keep track of parts received from fab and vendors during the tool build. • Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services. Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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