Toolmaker/Manual Machinist

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role:

Compacting Tooling Inc is looking for a skilled Toolmaker/Manual Machinist to join our team in McKeesport, PA. This is a hands-on opportunity to work with precision tooling and machining in a specialized manufacturing environment. If you take pride in craftsmanship and thrive in a shop setting, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate manual machine tools including lathes, mills, grinders, and drill presses
• Fabricate, repair, and maintain tooling, dies, fixtures, and gauges to tight tolerances
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and engineering specifications
• Inspect finished parts using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers and calipers
• Troubleshoot tooling issues and recommend design or process improvements
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in compliance with shop standards
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to meet manufacturing requirements

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Toolmaker, Manual Machinist, or similar role in a precision manufacturing environment
• Proficiency operating manual lathes, milling machines, surface grinders, and related equipment
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and technical drawings
• Strong knowledge of metals, cutting tools, speeds, feeds, and machining techniques
• Experience with precision measurement tools and quality inspection methods
• Journeyman Toolmaker certification or equivalent apprenticeship training preferred
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to tight tolerances and high-quality workmanship
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced shop environment

About Us:

Compacting Tooling Inc has built a strong reputation in the McKeesport, PA area as a trusted manufacturer of precision compacting tooling and machined components. Our customers rely on us for exceptional quality and consistency, and our employees enjoy a stable, skilled-trade environment where craftsmanship is truly valued. We are proud to support a team of dedicated professionals who take ownership of their work and help drive our continued success.