Toolroom Machinist

The Toolroom Machinist is responsible for designing, manufacturing, and maintaining the tooling, fixtures, and precision components that support aerospace manufacturing operations. This role combines manual machining, CNC machining, inspection, and problem solving to improve manufacturing processes, support production, and ensure customer quality requirements are consistently achieved. The ideal candidate enjoys tackling a wide variety of projects and working closely with CNC programmers, manufacturing engineers, quality personnel and machinists to develop practical manufacturing solutions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set up and operate various types of machining equipment including manual milling machines, engine lathes, surface grinders and CNC milling machines to hold tolerances tighter than .0005" on various types of features.
• Design, prototype, manufacture, and refine custom workholding, fixtures, jigs, gauges, and tooling that improve safety, quality, repeatability, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Perform precision machining, modification, rework, and repair operations on production hardware in accordance with engineering drawings and process documentation.
• Troubleshoot tooling, fixturing, and manufacturing issues while working with CNC programmers and engineers to implement practical production solutions.
• Inspect completed work using precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, height gages, thread gages, optical comparators, and surface plates to verify compliance with engineering drawings.
• Perform post-machining secondary operations (deburring, cleaning) as required.
• Perform routine maintenance and calibration of toolroom equipment, including cleaning, lubrication, alignment, and tram verification.
• Recommend and implement improvements to equipment, tooling, fixturing, and toolroom processes to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe toolroom in accordance with 5S principles.
• Complete production documentation accurately, including labor reporting, job traveler updates, and required manufacturing records.
• Train and support other employees in the completion of tasks and activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years of prior experience working in a toolroom / manual machinist role preferred.
• Experience setting up and operating CNC milling machines is preferred.
• Some college or technical certificate program completion preferred
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications in accordance with ASME Y14.5.
• Experience in AS9100 and/or aerospace manufacturing environments is highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision or training.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills.
• Experience manufacturing one-off components, prototypes, tooling, and fixtures is highly desirable.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with others across departments and shifts
• Maintains a professional and respectful attitude
• Welding experience (TIG, stainless steel, non-certified) is preferred, not required.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Additional 40 hours of Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Competitive 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions
• Education reimbursement program for professional development
• Climate-controlled facility
• Subsidized vending and on-site break areas
• Complimentary coffee and refreshments
• Clean, modern work environment with advanced equipment and technology
• Opportunities for career growth within a stable, growing aerospace manufacturing organization

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the work shift.
• Ability to frequently use hands and fingers to operate machine controls, tools, and measuring instruments.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and components weighing up to 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach as required to load, unload, and inspect parts and equipment.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions involving the hands, wrists, and arms.
• Ability to visually inspect parts, interpret and read blueprints, technical drawings, work instructions, and use gauges, and measuring devices.
• Ability to distinguish colors, dimensions, and surface defects when performing quality inspections.
• Ability to hear and communicate effectively in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to safely operate equipment in a fast-paced production setting while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes, and other equipment as required.
• Ability to work in an environment with exposure to machine noise, metal chips, cutting fluids, lubricants, and varying temperatures.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and work scheduled shifts, including overtime as required.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to moving mechanical equipment.
• Frequent interaction with machine tools, raw materials, and finished products.
• Compliance with all company safety policies, housekeeping requirements, and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention practices.
• Required use of appropriate PPE and adherence to all safety procedures.

Essential Functions Disclaimer:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

ABOUT HEICO:

Heico has a history of success. Since its founding over 40 years ago The Heico Companies has grown from a single business to over 80 separate companies through a strategic acquisition policy, and by reinvesting its earnings into internal growth and new prospects. Historically talented at restoring distressed companies, Heico now strategically targets acquisitions that will complement its ever-growing portfolio of companies in manufacturing, construction, and industrial services.

These four core operations are organized into groups: Metal Processing Group, Construction Solutions Group, Applied Solutions Group, and Industrial Technologies Group. Once acquired, new Heico companies are assigned to a group and run on a stand-alone basis, allowing for great independence as well as the opportunity to share knowledge about markets, production processes, and management practices across other Heico groups and companies. Each Group has its own corporate team.

Heico continues to seek out new opportunities and maintain its standard of success. The Heico Companies has remained a privately held company since its creation and maintains a majority ownership in each of its operations, which generates more than $3.3 billion dollars in revenues. Many of our businesses are certified Woman-owned Business Enterprises (WBE).

More information about the holding company and overall organization can be found at

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