Toolmaker/Mechanical Assembly Technician

Have you ever wondered what it's like to work at a place where company culture is really important?

Well, at Ahaus, it's the lens through which we view everything we do. In addition to great wages and benefits, we offer a supportive, family-first work environment that you won't find anywhere else. The average tenure of our phenomenal team of 100+ talented individuals is 10+ years, and we've got several folks who have been with us for 40+ years and counting- we believe that in itself speaks volumes. We couldn't be prouder of our team.

Thanks to the hard work of our team through the years, we're getting ready to celebrate our 80th anniversary. We've grown from a small tooling shop in a backyard here in Richmond, Indiana to a $30M+ tooling, engineering and custom automation firm- throughout that growth though, we've never lost our small business feel, where our leaders truly care about the people working for them and it shows. Sometimes our customers come to us looking for a specific production need and an idea of how to address it, and sometimes we hear the challenge and jump in from a blank slate to create the perfect solution.

Ahaus is well known for flexible start times Monday through Friday, generous paid time off, paid holidays, employee recognition and incentives, volunteer and outreach events, employee breakfasts and barbeques, pitch-ins, summer games, company outings, shared hobbies, and many other perks. It's precisely why Ahaus enjoys a reputation as a place people want to be.

Our people love their hobbies; from building cars, tractors, firearms, and robots to marksmanship and trap shooting, axe throwing, winemaking, cycling, restoring old furniture, music, and the arts. We have a team of diversely talented, skilled tradespeople, and we are always looking to welcome new talent if it's a good fit, not just for our organization, but for the prospective candidate too. If you're a team player who is looking for not just a job, but a place that you can build a long-term career, we'd love to hear from you.

We're looking for a Toolmaker/Mechanical Assembly Technician who with a little help in getting acclimated, can hit the ground running. If you're a team player, with skills and experience that align with the functions below, we would like to hear from you.

PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Toolmaker/Mechanical Assembly Technician will play a pivotal role in the fabrication, assembly, and debug of precision tools, machinery, and automation contributing to the development of cutting-edge solutions for our clients.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

Project Leadership:

• Lead a team of toolmakers in the development of custom automation equipment and special machines.
• Collaborate in the entire project lifecycle, from concept and design to fabrication, assembly, and testing.

Design and Development:

• Collaborate with the engineering team to translate customer requirements into detailed design specifications.

Toolmaking and Fabrication:

• Take a hands-on approach to toolmaking, contributing to the fabrication and assembly of precision components and machinery.
• Ensure that tools and machines meet high standards of quality, precision, and efficiency.

Quality Assurance:

• Implement quality control processes to guarantee the reliability and performance of custom automation equipment.
• Conduct thorough testing and validation of tools and machines before deployment.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and quality assurance, to ensure seamless project execution.
• Provide regular updates on project status, milestones, and potential challenges.

Continuous Improvement:

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance toolmaking processes, efficiency, and overall product quality.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to incorporate into the design and fabrication process.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associates degree, technical degree, or training and experience in tool and die, industrial technology, and/or robotics/automation 
• Proven experience in toolmaking and/or assembly of custom automation or precision equipment is preferred
• Understanding of and experience using CAD software for design and modeling
• Strong knowledge of machining processes, materials, and tool fabrication
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Effective communication and leadership skills
• Five or more years in a job shop environment is preferred; however, experience in a similar industry with mechanical assembly aptitude and experience may be considered
• Experience working with hydraulics and pneumatics

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• May be subject to higher noise levels from operating machines
• Standard physical hazards from moving equipment & machine parts
• Standard industrial and manufacturing working conditions
• Travel to customers' facilities for installations and service is possible upon occasion

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Ahaus Tool & Engineering, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.