Job Description

Tooling Manual Machinist – Chattanooga TN, 37406 – $24.25 - $25.00/hr.

Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Tooler / Tool manual machinist for our client in Chattanooga, TN. This is a great opportunity to work with a leading company while building your long-term career.

Responsibilities:

· Constructing and making aluminum tool/molds from the rough casting to a tool/mold ready for production. In performing the job, the tool/mold maker, uses various hand tools measuring devices and equipment such as lathe, milling machines, aluminum welders, drills, etc., and makes the tool/mold to drawings or other specifications. Another part of making tool/mold is installing the required plumbing.

· Complete work orders in ITS2

· Complete TQR on New Tools as well as complete required forms.

· Make tool modifications

· Follow tooling schedule for completing repairs

· Follow tooling PM schedule to complete preventative maintenance on tools,

· Troubleshooting tool/mold defects.

· May also be required to troubleshoot tooling on the press.

· The tool/mold maker also plans layouts and constructs jigs and other items as required.

· Maintain a safe and tidy work environment with regular housekeeping and use of PPE

· Actively participate in training of teammates in gaining new skills

· Actively participate in Continuous Improvement Program.

· Participation in the 5S program

· All other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

· Minimum of 3 years' experience: tool repairs & modifications, fabrication with aluminum and carbon steel.

· High School diploma or equivalent.

· Able to read and understand blueprints.

· Skilled in the use of all machine shop equipment including lathe, milling machines, radial drill, aluminum and steel welding equipment and various hand tools.

· Must be able to plan and follow the job through to completion doing all the necessary work required of the job.

· Must be able to work with equipment required for plumbing on tools/molds.

· Must be able to pass a Background & Drug Screen

· Must have Steeled-toed boots

· Must pass a Measurement test

Schedule & Pay

· Shift(s): 1st Shift Mon – Fri 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM OT weekends/ 2nd Shift Mon – Fri 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM OT weekends ]

· Pay: 1st shift $24.25 / 2nd shift $25.00

About CloudRay

CloudRay, based in East Windsor, NJ, is a trusted staffing partner with 25+ years of industry experience, connecting skilled talent with leading companies across the U.S. We specialize in industrial, logistics, IT, hospitality, and skilled trades staffing — ensuring candidates find stable opportunities with growth potential. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits (through CloudRay)

✅ Weekly pay

✅ Health, insurance

✅ Incentives and performance-based bonuses

✅ Referral bonuses

✅ Temp-to-hire career growth potential

Location Advantage

Job is in Chattanooga, TN, commutable from Cleveland, TN, Ooltewah, TN, Trenton, GA, Soddy-Daisy, TN

Apply today – start as soon as tomorrow!

Work Location: In person