VIKING DRILL & TOOL, INC., located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, has been manufacturing America’s Finest High Speed Cutting Tools™ since 1951. We only work with the finest raw material and have the capability of providing our customers with consistent high quality cutting tools. Viking Drill and Tool is committed to delivering quality products, on-time, and at a reasonable price. Our extensive selection of U.S. made tools is designed to give our customer the right tool for whatever tough job they encounter.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to utilize your skills in Machine Setup to advance your career with a growing, employee-owned manufacturer. You will setup and operate grinding machines used in the manufacturing of twist drill bits. Other responsibilities include grinding internal and external surfaces of metal work pieces to ordered specifications. If you are looking for the opportunity join a growing company dedicated to its employees, apply today!
How will you spend your time in this role?
Interpret blueprints and job cards for product specifications including dimensions, tolerances and number of parts to produce
Install necessary parts to machines to ensure the ability to function properly
Set machine controls to specified grinding speeds, feed rates and angle of wheels
Verify dimensions of finished work piece for quality and conformance to specifications
Troubleshoot and maintain efficient operations of all machines to ensure maximum productivity
Assist in operations of all machines
Complete necessary paperwork and inventory input for maintaining proper documentation of operation
Maintain a clean, orderly and safe work environment
Participate in continual improvement programs
All other duties as assigned
What skills and experience are needed for success?
High school diploma or GED
Ability to read and interpret department guides such as safety rules and operating/procedural manuals
Can communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Basic math (can add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measurements)
Knowledge of machines and tools including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance
Perform routine maintenance on equipment and ability to determine what kind of maintenance is needed
Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
Available to work full time (40 hours/week) on 2nd or 3rd shift, meeting attendance requirements
Physical Demand Requirements
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
Able to stand for extended periods of time
Ability to use hands to handle drill bits
Specific vision abilities required for this role include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus and verify quality.
Upon offer of employment, candidate is required to perform satisfactorily in a physical showing ability to perform the essential functions of this role
Viking Drill offers a full suite of benefits including quarterly profit sharing, quarterly attendance bonuses, ESOP, health, dental, vision and life insurance, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and much more.