High School Diploma or GED required
Strong foundation in shop math, including geometry and trigonometry, for calculating angles and tolerances
Basic machine shop skills or CNC experience
Previous experience with toolroom machinery
ISE specific - Understanding of modern punch press principles
Strong communication skills, ability to read and interpret blueprints, and strong troubleshooting skills
Must be able to stand and walk for the duration of an 8- to 12-hour shift on concrete shop floors
Ability to lift and carry objects up to 50 lbs. Must be able to use hoists and cranes to position and secure heavy machined parts on worktables or surface plates
High level of manual dexterity for handling small components, scribing fine lines, and performing delicate assembly work
Frequent bending, squatting, and reaching; ability to work at various heights to secure parts in vises, V-blocks, and angle plates
Must have excellent near-vision for reading blueprints and using precision measuring tools