Tooling Specialist I (UH) - 2nd shift

Tooling Specialist I (UH) - 2nd shift in

Holyoke Job Ref:

3104870316

Employer:

Network Company Name:

U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC

Industry:

Manufacturing and Production

Job Type:

Full Time

State:

Massachusetts

City:

Holyoke

Zip Code:

01040

Post Date:

05/02/2026

Description:

The TSUBAKI name is synonymous with excellence in quality, dependability, and customer service. U.S. Tsubaki is a leading manufacturer and supplier of power transmission and motion control products. As a part of a vast, international network of corporate and industrial resources, Tsubaki offers its customers the finest state-of-the-art products available in the world and we strive to be the "Best Value" supplier in the industry. The Tooling Specialist's primary responsibility is steel tooling accompanied with any and all work required or assigned to ensure that a smooth flow of production is maintained.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The essential duties and responsibilities of this job are included but not limited to this job description - other tasks may be assigned and expected to be performed. Alter and repair a variety of carbide and steel production tools and dies, involving blanking, piercing, forming, and cut-off dies, etc., where design and specifications are usually available. Work from prints, sketches, specifications, and general instructions of the departmental foreman or group leader. Must be able to interpret simple prints, relating to design and product specifications and/or the general verbal instructions of department supervisor. Under direction of section group leader and supervision, modify ordinary design features to improvise or alter tooling to meet new conditions. Maintain accurate relationships, fittings and interchangeability of parts requiring tolerances to within .001 inches to meet all specified drawing requirements consistently on all types of tools, dies, jigs or fixtures. Recognize, and report for correction, blueprint errors such as improper radii, angles, dimensions, materials, and similar data which would prevent economical production. Disassemble and repair or alter tooling to meet specific requirements. Remove removable sections, fit, assemble, and adjust component parts and mechanisms to required accuracy to unsure satisfactory results. Ability to properly use all tool room measuring tools and gages to ensure part accuracy of all work performed. Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follow standard safety regulations. Detect faulty operation or defective material and refer all unusual conditions to superior. Record production, material, and time data. Perform other similar and associated duties as required or directed. Self-motivated to take ownership of work schedule and quality. Continuous improvement: Willing to accept change to support being a Fast - Flexible - Efficient section. Team player will work with other team members in the section to keep the process moving and improving. Customer focus: Work closely with other team members both inside and outside the section to satisfy the needs of internal and external customers.

Judgment:

Make decisions to perform a variety of tasks having timely constraints. Follow direction / instruction of group leader, or supervisor.

Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent. Minimum 2 years related experience or 1 year experience plus machine shop/metals trade vocational/technical high school. Firm understanding of all machine shop mathematics including shop formulas and possess trigonometry and geometry math skills. Working knowledge of machine shop and die repair practice, principles of mechanics, machine tool operation, working qualities of materials. Understanding of basic principles and terminology and can solve simple problems related to standard basic manual tool room equipment. Ability to work from complicated drawings or sketches and use all types of precision measuring instruments. Tsubaki is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability PM21 Compensation details: 26.55-31.56 Hourly Wage PI166629a5-