Technical Applications Trainee

Seeking a career in a technical field? Starting as TAC Rockford’s Technical Applications Trainee is an excellent next step. This entry-level position is ideal for an individual who is technically-minded and a fast learner. The Technical Applications Trainee will be mentored to help our customers solve their problems as well as assist our production and engineering teams – a rewarding learning and growth experience for a new member of the TAC team. Extensive on-the-job training will be a continuous part of this position.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities will depend on your skillset and will evolve over time as you grow with us. An overview of some of the things we have in mind:

• Develop an understanding of the unique mix of products TAC Rockford offers
• Apply what you learn to solve the unique challenges of our customers
• Assist in preparing customer quotations and proposals
• Coordinate pre- and post-sales technical assistance
• Troubleshoot customer concerns; follow-up with customers to ensure satisfaction
• Assist with prototype production (CNC machining, 3D printing)
• Prepare manufacturing drawings
• Create product drawings for website and sales literature
• Short-run and prototype product assembly
• Assist with measuring equipment calibration services
• Anything else that needs to get done (everyone needs to sweep the floor at some point)

Experiences You Will Gain

• Insight into modern high-tech manufacturing
• Extensive interaction with our international customer and vendor base
• How to ask the right questions to best support our customers
• 3D CAD design, manufacturing, and 3D printing
• Creating manufacturing drawings
• Assembling prototype designs
• Operating CNC machines

Required Skills

• Ability to work independently to complete tasks in a timely manner
• Focus and attention to detail
• Technical aptitude
• Strong computer proficiency
• Excellent communication skills: interpersonal, telephone, and written
• Effective time management and organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate on ideas and projects
• A positive attitude, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for making people smile
• Curiosity and ability to learn and apply new information quickly (this is super important)

Desirable Qualifications (preferred, but not required)

• Prior experience at a company with similar mechanical or technical products
• Knowledge of production processes/experience in manufacturing
• Familiarity with CNC machines
• Graphics software experience (CAD or otherwise)
• Experience with electronics, programming, etc.
• Familiarity with a variety of mechanical components (motors, pumps, valves, cylinders, etc.)
• Associate or bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience)

How to Apply

To apply, e-mail your resume to careers@tac.us along with a note telling us why you believe working at TAC Rockford is a great fit for you. Only applications including both will be considered.

Meet TAC Rockford

Founded in 1991, TAC Rockford is a small, family-owned company that serves manufacturers globally with products that improve manufacturing productivity and keep equipment running. Our customer base includes a lot of companies you've heard of (Boeing, SpaceX, Woodward, GM, Honda, Caterpillar, Fender, Apple, NASA, Facebook) as well as small to midsize companies you're probably not familiar with that are just as key to global manufacturing.

Our products help manufacturers sleep at night. No, not by tucking them in bed with hot cocoa, but by providing them with tools and equipment to ensure their machines are doing what they’re supposed to do.

We are a fun, laid-back group of people located in a newly-renovated 1900s era building in Rockford's vibrant downtown. TAC Rockford is actively involved with several organizations including FIRST Robotics teams and Rockford MakerSpace.

Employment Details

• This position is full time and in-person
• Compensation $16-$20 (based on skills and experience)
• 401k with high company match
• Paid vacation and holidays (including your birthday and a Ferris Bueller’s Day Off)
• Rockford MakerSpace membership (www.RockfordMakerSpace.org)
• Health insurance is not provided