Technician I, Test at The Toro Company

Orrville, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jul, 26

Salary

30.0

Posted On

19 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

CAD software, CAE software, MIG welding, Tooling design, Fixture building, Blueprint reading, Mechanical assembly, Precision tooling, Weld fabrication, Solid Edge, Solid Works, Creo, Technical instructions, Weldment accuracy, Operator ergonomics

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Tooling Technician - Ventrac Sponsorship: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a school/employment or any other visa, regardless of expiration date, now or in the future. Who Are We? Ventrac, located in Orrville, Ohio, is a division of The Toro Company. Ventrac is a premier innovator of equipment for turf and landscape grounds management, sidewalk snow removal, and specialty grounds care maintenance. Built for performance with quality to last, Ventrac equipment is ideal for golf course turf management, sports fields, collegiate campuses, residential and commercial property maintenance, and public green spaces. #LI-Ventrac Your Opportunity: The Tooling Technician utilizes computer-aided engineering (CAD/CAE) software tools to support the design and build of tooling for the weld department, for hand welding and robot welding. In this role, you will collaborate closely with Design Engineering along with Weld and Process groups to design, build, and refine fixtures that optimize workflow, ensure weldment accuracy, and improve operator ergonomics. Work Location: This role will be based at the Orrville, OH. Fully remote is not available at this time. This role will require 5-days on site. Job Duties & Responsibilities Use CAD software to design tooling for legacy weldments that have become unusable or require updating. Partner with weld and process groups to upgrade current tooling, specifically focusing on increasing throughput and improving operator ergonomics. High attention to detail, understanding the why’s and how’s of the weldments. Work closely with the engineering team to design tooling for upcoming product launches. Enter fixtures and parts into company network for ordering and processing. Hands-on building and welding of fixtures, ensuring they meet precise tolerances to produce high-quality assembly-ready weldments. Work with the team with adaptability and judgment for enhanced fixtures for quality and durability. Able to work with flexibility both in design and functionality. What Will You Do? Key Responsibilities: In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company: Develop, present, and execute multi-generational product plan for autonomous and electrification programs in order to accomplish relevant product line, departmental, and divisional objectives. Coordinate and execute voice of the customer activities and other market research required to fully understand future technologies. Utilize learnings to create product recommendations and collaborate with broader marketing team on go-to-market strategy and plan. Participate in enterprise-wide specialization groups, product development, and continuous improvement team meetings on a regular basis. Partner with product managers to lead tech-focused product projects through key project stage gates. Assist with the ongoing management and evolution of existing technologies in use across the product portfolio. Plan and deliver technology related sales training, including participation in live training events and recorded webinars. Work closely and collaborate with peer divisions within TTC on developing and executing joint strategies. Monitor competitive environment and develop and contribute data to create competitive technology related comparisons for use in training the L&C and distributor sales teams. Partner with and integrate outside vendors to bring new technology products to market. Collaborate with internal groups and systems to integrate purchase finished goods into TTC systems. Support industry trade shows, customer experience events, and other key activities. What Do You Need? To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements: Prior understanding precision tooling, from CAD design and engineering to hands-on weld fabrication. High School Diploma or GED. 3-5 years’ Mig welding experience. Understand of basic 3D CAD software design with an understanding of geometry basics in welding and fabrication. Base-level proficiency in MIG welding; ability to follow a weld procedure to join components accurately. Strong "hands-on" skills with a natural ability to understand how mechanical parts fit together. Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints, shop drawings, and technical instructions. Preferred: 3-5 years in tooling design or hands on building of tooling and fixtures. Capable and accomplished in designing in engineering CAD design system software (e.g., Solid Edge, Solid Works, Creo) What Can We Give You? At Ventrac we are always working to make sure our employees know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401k, and many other great benefits – Ventrac offers employees at our Orrville, OH location a variety of perks, including: Dress for your day - We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, office-plant blended environment. Location – Located in the heart of Orrville, a small town with a busy manufacturing industry, we have a family-like work atmosphere. We are around 10 minutes from U.S. Route 30 and Route 585 for easy travel. Onsite amenities – With two onsite cafes and large break rooms, we have a convenient and comfortable area for breaks and lunches. We have around 350 employees and are always growing. We have newer, high-quality facilities (built from 2014-2018) and an exceptionally clean manufacturing work environment. Wellness - In addition to physical wellbeing, The Toro Company offers a variety of mental health, financial health, and other types of resources to every full-time employee. Volunteerism - The Toro Company is proud to provide employees 20 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community. Growth Opportunities – TTC prides itself on giving our employees the chance to grow their careers. Tuition reimbursement, opportunities to move into new areas of interest, and promotion opportunities are a few examples. Competitive Salary – A reasonable estimate of the annual pay range is between $25.00-$30.00/hour. Salary will be determined by experience and qualifications. You may be eligible to participate in an incentive program, which rewards employees based on individual and organizational performance. Eligibility and award amounts are determined by company policy and performance metrics. If you need to, you can access your pay early with the dailypay app. Ventrac is a growth-oriented company located in Orrville, Ohio. Our team is dedicated to excellence through innovation, a strong work ethic and quality workmanship. Join the Ventrac Team who feels passionate about the products we build for commercial lawn care use. We believe our employees are truly the most valuable asset. We are known for our culture of respect and collaboration, which can be measured by our low turnover, open communication, and the excitement in the air. At The Toro Company, we are committed to fostering a secure and trustworthy recruitment experience for our applicants. Recruitment fraud is a growing concern for job seekers, so please be aware that throughout our recruitment process, you’ll never be required to pay any fees or disclose personal financial details when applying to TTC opportunities. All legitimate job opportunities must be applied for directly through our official careers page at jobs.thetorocompany.com or via Workday, our applicant tracking system. The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees. #LI-Onsite With roots dating back to 1914, The Toro Company was built on a tradition of quality and caring relationships. Today, the company is a leading worldwide provider of innovative solutions for the outdoor environment including turf and landscape maintenance, snow and ice management, underground utility construction, rental and specialty construction, and irrigation and outdoor lighting solutions. Through a strong network of professional distributors, dealers, rental stores and retailers in more than 125 countries, we proudly offer a wide range of products across a family of global brands to help golf courses, professional contractors, underground construction professionals, groundskeepers, agricultural growers, rental companies, government and educational institutions, and homeowners – in addition to many leading sports venues and historic sites around the world.

Responsibilities

The Tooling Technician utilizes CAD/CAE software to design and build fixtures for weld departments to optimize workflow and weldment accuracy. They also collaborate with engineering and process groups to refine tooling and support product launches through hands-on fabrication.