Toolmaker

Job DescriptionJob Title: Toolmaker Reports To: Machining Supervisor SummaryThe candidate will be required to build and repair custom tools using machining equipment and measuring instruments. The candidate must be able to work from blueprints and sketches to create or modify prototypes, tools, dies, fixtures, and molds. A proficient Tool & Die Maker candidate will be required to calculate dimensions and tolerances in order to perform tool-making tasks. Furthermore, the candidate will be required to operate lathes, grinders, milling, saws, and boring machines to produce the required tools and design and manufacturing software including AutoCAD and Mastercam.Principle Duties and Responsibilities• Support the maintenance of tooling, identifying tooling needs• Sharpen and repair tooling as needed• Set up and operate manual and CNC machines to manufacture parts to maintain current tooling to meet engineering requirements and blueprints.• Troubleshoot tooling issues for punch press machines as well as other machines in the tool room• Be able to use a hoist safely to open and close dies to support and maintain current tooling • Ability to make new tooling and dies from given designs or blueprints• Adhere to company Malpractice, Safety, & Ethics PoliciesQualifications and Educational RequirementsHigh School Diploma (Preferred) or GEDExperience with AutoCAD design software and Mastercam manufacturing software Completed an apprenticeship or on-the-job training programTechnical or apprentice certificate preferred Able to independently perform a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from supervisors Ability to interpret shop drawings/blueprints, layouts, and sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces, sequence of operation, and set-up requirementsMust have knowledge of tooling, which includes blanking, forming, compound, pinch trim, and progressive dies5 to 7 years of related experience, working with different types of dies plus bench work assembly/disassembly. Experience must include machining with manual lathes, surface grinders, drill presses, and band saws (both horizontal and vertical) CNC knowledge of mills and lathes preferredPersonal hand and measuring tools are required Strong attention to detail Good habits of keeping workstations clean along with being punctual and honestOther duties assigned by the supervisorThis position includes access or potential access to export-controlled data. Therefore, you will need to qualify as a U.S. Person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Permanent Resident or a political asylee in compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Acceptable proof of this status includes a US Passport, Permanent Resident Card, US birth Certificate, or Naturalization Certificate. Maintenance, including renewal, of licensing authorization is a condition of employment. Government authorization may be a suitable alternative after review on a case-by-case basis.This is a full-time 40-hour-per-week position; overtime will be scheduled as needed. The standard shift is from 7:00 AM-4:15 PM Monday-Thursday and 7:00 AM-12:00 PM on Friday. company provides an extensive benefits package in which employees can participate, including, but not limited to, medical, dental, and life insurance, paid vacation, 401K with employer contributions, and transportation assistance. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone looking to grow within a great organization!

Created: 2025-07-05