About Wood-Mizer
Wood-Mizer is the world's largest manufacturer of portable sawmills, with over 100,000 mills sold in more than 100 countries. Wood-Mizer provides forestry and timber professionals around the world with a complete line of narrowband portable and industrial sawmills, wideband sawmilling equipment, resaws, edgers, kilns, molders/planers, firewood processing equipment, pallet recycling equipment, material handling equipment, bandsaw blades, and blade maintenance equipment.
Our Culture and Values
Wood-Mizer is dedicated to customer and employee-owner success, putting compassion and values at the heart of the business, and committing to providing high-quality equipment that makes a positive difference in people's lives. Wood-Mizer is a 100% employee-owned company that believes every mill owner is an extension of our Wood-Mizer community: a philosophy that makes both our customers and employee-owners feel at ease.
What Makes Wood-Mizer Stand-Out
At Wood-Mizer, we know our people are the reason for our success. That’s why we’re proud to be a 100% employee-owned company where every team member has a stake in our future. We’re committed to creating a workplace where you can thrive - personally, professionally, and financially. From ownership opportunities to health, growth, and lifestyle perks, we invest in you so that together we can innovate, serve, and succeed.
What We Offer
- Employee Ownership – Become a true owner through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and share directly in Wood-Mizer’s growth and success.
- Retirement Savings – Build your future with a 401(k) plus company match into your ESOP account.
- Performance Incentives – Earn extra rewards tied to your contributions and results.
- Flexible Pay Options – Choose from multiple pay methods, including our Wages On-Demand program that lets you access earned wages daily.
- Paid Time Off from Day One – Begin accruing PTO with your first paycheck, plus enjoy paid holidays and additional leave for life events such as marriage, birth, or adoption.
- Free Health Care Access – Receive FREE access to Wood-Mizer Health Clinics (through Marathon Health) when enrolled in our insurance plan.
- Comprehensive Insurance – Health, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance, plus options for supplemental coverage and short- and long-term disability.
- Community Impact – Be part of our Workplace Giving Programs and receive special recognition and benefits for serving others through donations or volunteer work.
- Education Assistance – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to reach your long-term career and learning goals.
- Annual Allowances – Receive reimbursement for safety boots and glasses, plus yearly funds for Wood-Mizer apparel and branded gear.
- Everyday Perks – Enjoy company events and outings, free coffee and fruit, birthday and anniversary gift cards, referral bonuses, discounted shipping, and much more.
If you want a career, not just a job, apply today and learn how Wood-Mizer employees are making a difference around the world and right here in Indiana.
OVERVIEW OF JOB
Location: Batesville, Indiana
Position Summary
The Tooling Specialist at Wood-Mizer is a skilled manufacturing professional responsible for the fabrication, modification, repair, and maintenance of tooling, fixtures, and jigs that support production operations. This role utilizes manual machining, welding, and fabrication techniques to build and maintain tooling used throughout the manufacturing process. The Tooling Specialist works from prints, sketches, or concepts to produce precision components and tooling that enable efficient and reliable production.
This position requires strong hands-on mechanical aptitude, experience with manual machine tools, and the ability to independently troubleshoot and resolve tooling issues.
Key Responsibilities
Tooling Fabrication & Maintenance
- Fabricate, modify, and repair production tooling, fixtures, and jigs used in manufacturing operations.
- Maintain and service existing tooling to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable production performance.
- Diagnose tooling issues and implement corrective actions to restore functionality.
Manual Machining
- Set up and operate manual milling machines, lathes, grinders, and other shop equipment to manufacture tooling components.
- Machine parts to precise tolerances using appropriate measuring instruments and inspection methods.
- Interpret blueprints, drawings, and sketches to produce accurate components.
Fixture & Jig Development
- Design, build, and modify manufacturing fixtures and jigs to support production processes.
- Develop practical tooling solutions to improve efficiency, repeatability, and quality in manufacturing operations.
- Create basic designs or layouts for tooling concepts when detailed prints are not available.
Fabrication & Welding
- Perform welding and fabrication tasks required to construct or repair tooling and fixtures.
- Modify structural elements of fixtures and tooling as needed to support production requirements.
Tooling Support
- Work closely with production teams to address tooling-related challenges.
- Provide technical support related to tooling setup, adjustments, and maintenance.
- Maintain organized tooling documentation and ensure proper care and storage of tooling.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training in machining or manufacturing preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in machining, tooling, tool & die, or related manufacturing environment.
- Experience operating manual machine tools such as mills and lathes.
- Experience fabricating or maintaining tooling, fixtures, and jigs.
- Welding and fabrication experience.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and blueprints.
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience designing or modifying tooling concepts from sketches or ideas.
- Experience working in a manufacturing production environment.
- Familiarity with CAD software for tooling design (preferred but not required).
Key Competencies
- Precision machining and fabrication
- Mechanical problem solving
- Tooling construction and repair
- Attention to detail and quality
- Independent work capability
- Practical manufacturing knowledge
Requirements for ALL jobs at Wood-Mizer
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Following all rules, policies, and procedures established by Wood-Mizer, including codes of conduct, safety regulations, and other guidelines.
- Showing up for work on time and adhering to Wood-Mizer's attendance policies is a fundamental responsibility for all employees.
- Collaborating with colleagues and contributing to a positive team environment.
- Conducting oneself in a professional manner, which includes maintaining a positive attitude, respecting colleagues, and presenting oneself appropriately.
- Completing assigned tasks and projects within the given time frame, meeting deadlines, and delivering on commitments.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Wood-Mizer is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
This commitment applies to all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, compensation, training, transfers, leaves of absence, and terminations.
Interview Process & Communications Notice
As part of our hiring process, Wood-Mizer, LLC may use on-demand phone, video, and/or AI-enabled interviewing tools. Candidates may also opt in to receive SMS text messages regarding their job application. Message frequency may vary and standard message and data rates may apply. Reply STOP to opt out or HELP for assistance. By opting in, you agree that your mobile number and related information will be used solely for application-related communications and will not be shared or sold to third parties.
Pre-Employment Screening
Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact [email protected]. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile via ADP for up-to-date information.
