Tool Crib Technician-1st Shift chez FM Industries

FM Industries is recognized as a premier manufacturing solutions provider of manufacturing services for the semiconductor capital equipment market. We specialize in build to print, precision machined components, anodization and engineered thermal spray coatings.  We have locations in Northern California and Phoenix, Arizona. Since 2002, the business has been part of NGK Insulators, based in Nagoya, Japan.  Our partnership with NGK is highly collaborative and complimentary. 

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and is subject to change or include other duties as assigned by management. 

To ensure that FM Industries creates a safe and secure workplace, Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a drug and background check

BENEFITS:

We offer a full complement of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, generous time off plan, observe nine holidays, and a 401k saving plan with a 30% match!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Manage min/max inventory levels of masks, fixtures, fixture assemblies, and applicable tooling and report any changes required through MRP system
• Assemble masks, fixtures, subplates, and all other defined tooling to form a complete assembly, verify heights, diameters, and other applicable dimensions and ensure assembly will accomplish intended use
• Improve upon current storage system for both coating and blast tooling
• Work with Tooling Cell Supervisor to establish methods for maintaining inventory levels including checking out tools and recording in-process usage numbers
• Monitor wear rate of tooling using inspection gages to determine proper disposition. Dispose of decommissioned tooling
• Continue to advance methods for documenting tool usage
• Work with Tooling Supervisor to assist in determining manufacturing schedule of needed tooling to coincide with production schedule
• Coordinate with Production Manager to provide information regarding tooling availability in relationship with Coat/Blast schedule
• Place orders for new tooling as required through requisition process
• Coordinate with Materials Manager to confirm outsourced tooling orders and delivery
• Track tooling delivery from in-sourced and out-sourced suppliers
• Measure new incoming tooling to verify it meets the drawing requirements before introducing into inventory.  Verify new parts work, in concert with other pieces in assembly and report non-conformance
• Collaborate with engineering to troubleshoot mask, fixture, or assembly concerns through problem solving and continuous improvement
• Maintain tooling return area with necessary inspection equipment
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in Tool Crib and all surrounding areas including work area inside the coating room per acceptable 6S guidelines
• Perform additional related duties as assigned
• Comply with applicable environmental, health and safety laws and regulations, Company policy and accepted safe work practices

 

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Basic understanding of GD&T, symbols, and able to apply knowledge
• High school diploma, GED equivalent, or Technical School
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Must be reliable and have excellent attendance
• Ability to communicate, read, and interpret documents written in standard English
• Proficient with Micrometers, Height Gage, Gage Blocks, Calipers, and Test Indicators
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interact with fellow employees and customers in a professional manner

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS WHILE PERFORMING THE JOB:

• Standing for extended periods of time, walking, pushing, pulling, stooping, or kneeling; use hands to finger, handle or feel parts and materials; reach with hands and arms and overhead; and talk and/or hear instructions and equipment sounds
• Occasionally sitting, lifting and/or moving items up to 40 pounds
• Close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Ability to differentiate shades and color to identify coating defects
• Near acuity and accommodation required for reading dial and digital gauges, blueprints, and precision measuring instruments used in the inspection of coating operations
• Ability to handle delicate parts

 

WORKING ENVIRONMENT OF THE JOB:

• Regularly exposed to moving equipment, mechanical parts, ovens, and risk of burns
• Occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock
• High noise levels from operating machines
• The employee will be required to use personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent exposure to hazardous materials commonly used in a manufacturing environment

 

1st shift-Monday-Friday, 4am-2pm