Tooling Technician I

Job Purpose

Support tooling operations for casing, tubing, and slitter processes by performing teardown, rebuild, cleaning, staging, and basic inspection of tooling components while developing core mechanical skills in a safe and controlled environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assistwith teardown and rebuild of mill stands, roll sets, ID bars, and slitter heads
• Clean, inspect, and stage tooling components for upcoming production runs
• Assistwith knife handling, roll handling, andcomponenttransport using cranes and carts
• Tag, store, and organize tooling after removal from production
• Perform basic measurements (OD, ID, knife thickness, spacers) under guidance
• Follow work instructions, setup sheets, and supervisor or senior technician direction
• Maintain housekeeping and tool organization in tooling areas
• Report damaged tooling and abnormal conditions to senior technicians or lead
• Participate in structured on-the-job training
• Learn basic mill stand and slitter head build procedures
• Progress toward independentcomponentassembly capability
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Competencies

• Education: 

• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.

• Job Knowledge:

• 6 months – 1 year ofexperience within the OCTGmanufacturingindustry preferred
• Safe use of hand tools, presses, and cranes (with training)
• Basic blueprint and setup sheet reading
• Ability toidentifydamaged vs acceptable tooling with guidance
• Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skillsrequired.
• Perform basic Microsoft Office skills,and ability to work within companydesignatedmaintenance system

• Personal Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work within Office 365 & Companydesignatedmaintenance system
• Must be available and able to work rotating shifts between nights and days, including weekends, and holidays as needed.

• Safety:

• Follows allplant andtoolingsafety standards,procedures, & PPE requirements
• Immediately report hazards, near misses, and unsafe conditions
• Follow tooling handling and storage standards to prevent damage

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment. 
• Loose fitting clothes and jewelry are notpermittedon site.
• The ability to lift 25/50pounds regularly.
• The ability to respond quickly to sounds.
• The ability to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
• The ability to see and respond to dangerous situations.
• The ability to safely climb ladders while carrying 40 pounds.
• The ability to work in loud, hot environments/extreme weather while wearing required PPE.
• Ability to see 20-20 when corrected. 
• Ability toidentifyand distinguish colors.

Direct Reports / Authorities

• Tooling Lead & Supervisor
• Work closely withProductionand Maintenance department onscheduling,projects,and plannedoutages.
• Hasthe authority to stop production at any time that isdeemednecessary for reasons of safety, quality, orpriority.

Employee Acknowledgment