Toolmaker

General Description: Looking for a tool maker with final fit and finish experience specializing in the high‑precision, hands‑on assembly and refinement of tools, dies, molds, and gauges. Capable of working with manual tools to achieve micron‑level perfection, ability to work directly from 2D/3D blueprints without needing step‑by‑step instructions. Key Duties/Responsibilities: Drill press operations of drilling, tapping and chamfering Plate de‑burring and straightening (Up to 24" x 24" plates) Learning machine shop operations Operate manual machining centers (Bridgeport, Surface Grinder, DoAll Tool Grinder, etc.) Operate machine shop hand equipment (Drills, Surface and Hand Grinders, Cut Off Saw, etc.) Operate CNC Lathe / Mill Operate CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) Use various measuring equipment (Micrometers, Calipers, Shadowgraph, etc.) Perform and document in‑process inspection Assemble molds Mold maintenance and repair Read and understand Cad Drawings Ability to work with very tight tolerances Lift and carry 5-25 pounds on a regular basis Work while standing for extended periods of time Regular and consistent attendance Additional Duties & Responsibilities: Keep work area orderly Other duties as assigned by supervisor Prerequisite Qualifications: Two (2) years Technical College or Equivalent Experience Machine shop skills or experience a plus Computer literate in Master Cam, Excel and Word Willing to learn new skills and attend schooling if required Work as a team member and follow established procedures in a new, well equipped, fast paced tool room Ability to manage time effectively and meet productivity expectations and deadlines Self‑Motivator Team Player Benefits: Medical insurance Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity insurance Dental insurance 401(k) matching plan Basic Life insurance Voluntary Life insurance LTD/STD insurance Flexible benefits plan Vision insurance Generous PTO plan Employee savings account (interest paying) Holiday pay (8) – starts upon hire Benefits offered after one year of full‑time employment; Employee loan Biannual profit sharing program #J-18808-Ljbffr Precision Associates Inc