Job Description
Tool Setter Operator
Permanent
About Heraeus
Making displays foldable? Helping hearts beat with medical innovations? Or breathing new life into precious metals? As a family-owned global technology group we help our customers to always being one step ahead.
About Heraeus Covantics
We are a technology leader specializing in the manufacturing and processing of the industry’s highest purity quartz, fused silica and other high-end materials such as ceramics and composites. With locations in Europe, USA and Asia, we manufacture semi-finished products, complex system components and custom-tailored solutions made of quartz glass, fused silica and ceramic materials. They are used in the data transmission and telecommunication industry, the production of specialty optical fibers for industrial and medical applications, semiconductor manufacturing and optical applications among others.
We are seeking a skilled CNC Machine Tool Setter to join our team, responsible for setting up cutting and shaping tools for precision CNC machine operations. This role involves accurately measuring and marking reference points, securing workpieces, and adjusting machine components using basic hand tools and specialized equipment. The ideal candidate will coordinate with operations to preset tools and efficiently manage tooling inventory and fixtures. This position follows a 3x12 shift schedule, working Monday-Thursday, 6:00am to 4:30pm. If you are detail-oriented and thrive in a structured environment, we encourage you to apply for this pivotal role.
Your role and responsibilities
Assemble and tear down of tooling such as end mills and drills.
Prepare necessary tooling to ensure CNC uptime and maintain supermarket for additional tooling
Pre-setting of tools using a Pre-setter and utilization of balancer
Maintain fixture locations, tooling cabinets and shadow boards
Maintain & distribute tooling carts as necessary
Utilize Kanban to reorder tooling as needed and follow up with supply chain as needed.
Maintain Quality standards and Objectives
Support 5S and other Lean Manufacturing initiatives
Trains and instructs other employees as directed
Other duties as assigned
What is required for this role
Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and adherence to attendance policy.
Ability to inspect, mount, align, and secure tools for CNC production.
Proficiency in using pre-setters, balancers, and measurement tools like calipers and micrometers.
Experience with inventory management systems such as Kanban and min/max.
Basic computer skills and ability to read, write, and speak English to follow instructions.
High school diploma or equivalent required; knowledge of electro/mechanical principles preferred.
Familiarity with tool room surface grinders is a plus.
Strong attention to detail, safety consciousness, and concern for quality work.
Ability to support 5S and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
Capability to train and instruct other employees as directed.
Curious? Apply now!
We look forward to receiving your documents by reference code 58456 via our online application portal.
Any further questions?
Our Recruiting Team, Heraeus Covantics, is happy to assist you by email: [[cust_RecTeam]]. Or visit us at www.heraeus.com/careers.
ReqID: 58456
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Tool setter operator position is now open for candidates interested in the Back Office Jobs sector. This role in Atlanta offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Back Office Jobs is a plus.
