Machine Shop Support Technician (Grinding & Swiss)

Machine Shop Support Technician (Grinding & Swiss) Work Arrangement: On-Site, Just West of Plymouth in Medina First shift position with flexible scheduling options, including 4x10s and 5x8s schedules. Compensation $38 - $50/hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Role Overview The Machine Shop Support Technician (Grinding & Swiss) creates and maintains cylindrical grinding and Swiss CNC programs, setup instructions, and tooling documentation using our latest CAM software package. This role documents tooling and setup procedures so machinists and machine operators can complete part-to-part changeovers quickly and consistently. It also leads small projects and groups driving continuous improvement across the machine shop. Working closely with Design Engineering, machinists, machine operators, and inspection personnel, the technician assists with material, tooling, and machine selection to bring in equipment with the latest technology. As project leader for new equipment selection and implementation, this position focuses on grinding and Swiss machine applications and directly supports the quality and throughput of the precision components that go into Tolomatic actuators. Key Responsibilities Create and maintain cylindrical grinding and Swiss CNC programs, and update existing CNC programs using the latest CAM software package. Develop setup instructions and document tooling and setup procedures that maximize the ability of machinists and machine operators to perform part-to-part changeovers. Assist with material, tooling, and machine selection processes to drive continuous improvement and obtain equipment with the latest technology. Serve as project leader for new equipment selection and implementation, focusing on grinding and Swiss machine applications. Lead small projects and groups supporting continuous improvement efforts, and mentor machinists and machine operators on new programs and processes. What You Bring Associate's degree or two years of technical training in machine tool technology or a related field. Experience programming turning operations, with an emphasis on grinding and Swiss operations, is required. MasterCAM Mill experience preferred. Ability to efficiently utilize CAD (SolidWorks) in the creation of CAM programs desired. Ability to perform complete setup and operation of a wide range of CNC grinding and Swiss machining centers. Ability to mentor and lead projects and other group activities. Ability to analyze data and present summaries to justify process, tooling, or machine changes. Ability to effectively communicate with Design Engineering, machinists, machine operators, and inspection personnel, and to work in a team environment. Ability to use Excel and ERP software to track and monitor consumable items and maintenance frequencies. Benefits & Well-Being Good work deserves real support. Our benefits are built to take care of you and your family, on the job and off. Health & Wellness Medical & dental coverage for you and your family. Company-paid life insurance. Short- and long-term disability protection. Financial Well-Being 401(k) with company contribution. Profit sharing: when Tolomatic does well, you share in it. Tuition reimbursement toward degrees and certifications. Work & Life Paid time off that grows with your tenure. Flexible scheduling Beyond the Job We give back: paid volunteer time and company-sponsored opportunities let our team support the causes they care about, on the clock. We invest in the next generation: our annual Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) Day brings employees' children on-site to see what their parents build We build responsibly: sustainability is part of how we operate. We plant trees for every actuator sold, and we recycle tens of thousands of pounds of aluminum, steel, and cardboard each year. We make room for connection: company gatherings and other activities to bring the team together beyond day-to-day work. Why Join Tolomatic? Make a Real Impact: You won't be a cog in the machine here. With a small, agile team, your work will be seen, valued, and have a direct impact on the business. Work With Purpose: Our products help manufacturers build smarter, safer, and more sustainable operations, from EVs to medical devices to food production. Collaborative Culture: We believe in open communication, mutual respect, and working together across departments to get things done. Supportive Environment: Whether it's learning a new tool or exploring a fresh idea, we encourage curiosity and continuous growth. Stability and Innovation: We've been around for decades, but we're always pushing forward, with digital at the center of how we evolve. Grow Your Career: A smaller company does not mean a smaller career. Tolomatic has a long history of growing people from within, promoting into new roles, funding degrees and certifications, and giving curious people room to take on more. About Tolomatic We're the Trusted Partner When Motion Matters. Tolomatic designs and manufactures premium electro-mechanical actuation solutions trusted in both industrial and defense applications. Our actuators are at the heart of the automation revolution, advancing electric vehicle manufacturing, optimizing food production, enhancing patient outcomes, and more. We're a tight-knit team that takes pride in building world-class automation equipment and lasting relationships with our customers. For over 70 years, Tolomatic has been a family-owned company and has become an innovative leader in pneumatic and motion control products with a global reach. Tolomatic is a leading supplier of electrical linear actuators, electric linear motion control, and pneumatic actuators and cylinders, and has earned its industry-wide reputation for designing and manufacturing highly durable and reliable products for a variety of industries including packaging, material handling, medical, food processing, automotive, semiconductor, and general automation. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.