Toolroom Technician

Responsibilities

• Maintain organized inventory of cutting tools, fixtures, gauges, and spare parts
• Issue and track tooling to production operators and return items to proper storage
• Perform basic machining operations to fabricate simple parts and modify existing tooling
• Sharpen, recondition, and inspect cutting tools to maintain quality standards
• Assist Tool & Die Makers with assembly, fitting, and benchwork tasks
• Conduct regular audits of tooling condition and recommend replacements
• Maintain toolroom cleanliness and organize storage systems

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; technical coursework in machining or manufacturing preferred
• 0–2 years of experience in a manufacturing or machine shop environment
• Basic machining skills (lathe, mill, surface grinder)
• Ability to read simple blueprints and use precision measuring instruments
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods

Skills

• Basic manual machining operations
• Precision measurement (calipers, micrometers, gauges)
• Inventory management and record-keeping
• Blueprint reading fundamentals
• Tool identification and classification
• Attention to detail and organizational skills