Tool Room Technician - 2nd and 3rd Shift
American Axle
- Location
- Fort Wayne, IN · On site
- Compensation
- $27/hr
- Job type
- Contract
- Experience
- Mid-senior
- Industry
- Automotive
About the role
Job Description
- The Tool Room Machinist is responsible for setting up, adjusting, and operating manual and CNC machine tools to manufacture, repair, and modify tooling, fixtures, dies, gauges, and precision components.
- This position supports production by ensuring tooling accuracy, quality, and minimal downtime.
Additional Information
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UPDATE FROM HM: Training will occur on 1st shift (Approx. 3 Weeks)- Candidate must: o Understand CNC programming. o Edit/upload programs into equipment. o Read blueprints. o Work independently/self-manage on off shifts. Work involves: o Machine shop-style tooling production. o Frequent setup/teardown work. o Mostly lathe-based equipment.
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TEMP to HIRE
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Work Schedule:- 2nd Shift: 3pm-11:30pm
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3rd Shift: 11pm-7:30am
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Estimated Hours per Week: 40-56
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There is 1 opening on each shift.
Additional Information
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Temp-to-hire opportunity
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Shift / Schedule: 2nd Shift (3:00 PM–11:30 PM) and 3rd Shift (11:00 PM–7:30 AM); one opening per shift. Training will occur on 1st shift for approximately three weeks prior to shift assignment.
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UPDATE FROM HM: Training will occur on 1st shift (Approx. 3 Weeks)- Candidate must: o Understand CNC programming. o Edit/upload programs into equipment. o Read blueprints. o Work independently/self-manage on off shifts. Work involves: o Machine shop-style tooling production. o Frequent setup/teardown work. o Mostly lathe-based equipment.
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Drug screen required
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Background check required
Qualifications
- High School Diploma
- 3-7+ years experience in tool room or precision machining environment.
- Experience with tight tolerance machining Set up CNC mills and/or lathes (prove out programs, set offsets, adjust tooling) Interpret blueprints, GD&T, and engineering drawings.
- Manufacture and repair fixtures, dies, jigs, and special tooling Hold tight tolerances (±.0005" or as required).
- Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge
- Proficient in manual machining (critical in tool room environment)
- Knowledge of tool steels, heat treating, and surface finishes.
- Proficiency in using calipers, micrometers, and other inspection equipment
Must-haves
Shift or schedule requirements
- 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
- 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM
- Estimated 40–56 hours per week
Must Have
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a tool room or precision machining environment
- Demonstrated blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation skills (3+ years)
- Hands-on experience setting up CNC mills and/or lathes, including proving out programs, setting offsets, and adjusting tooling (3+ years)
- Proficiency in manual machining operations in a tool room context
- Ability to edit and upload CNC programs into equipment independently
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