Tool Maker - 1st Shift

Role Overview This self‑motivated, highly motivated, data‑driven individual will be responsible for planning, laying out, and performing machining operations and bench work on tools, fixtures, jigs, and similar items of ordinary design. This position reports to the Tool Room Supervisor and is located onsite at the Franklin, NH facility. Responsibilities Recommend and specify design changes to parts, molds, fixtures, including planning and determining change methods, constructing temporary fixtures and jigs, and improvising as needed. Support and recommend new products at the toolmaker level and perform bench operations and trial runs. Act as a technical expert to analyze and resolve production issues with tools, fixtures, and jigs. Stamp and identify tools/fixtures and recognize part numbers. Program and run all CNC equipment. Build tool and fixture components from supplied drawings. Determine procedures for layout of tool components, plan and determine methods and tooling requirements. Plan layout and perform machining operations and bench work to construct, alter, and repair tools, dies, jigs, and gauges. Perform basic bench operations: grinding, fitting, aligning, timing, and calibrating adjustable mechanisms. Repair and recondition dies; machining/glazing; cutting and forming tools. Set up tools for production and trial runs, working with operators, engineers, and other cross‑functional teams to problem‑solve. Qualifications 3+ years of vocational or high‑school equivalency experience and 10+ years of diversified tool, die, and gauge‑making experience. Extensive knowledge of tool making and machining technology, mechanical principles, advanced mathematics, layout and precision measuring procedures, material characteristics, and treatment applications. Advanced knowledge of CAD/CAM programming, metallurgy, and other materials as well as grinding and sharpening methods. Advanced knowledge of die modification and in‑depth understanding and application of tool and die design. Expertise in using tools and precision measuring instruments. Ability to interpret blueprints. Knowledge and ability to operate manual lathes, mills, and grinding equipment. Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work with cross‑functional teams. Organizational skills and attention to detail, and proven time‑management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Ability to function well in a high‑paced and at times stressful environment. Commitment to company values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement, innovation, and transparency. Punctuality, dependability, flexibility, and adaptability to changing work priorities and stressful conditions. Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standard processes as implemented by the company. Ability to maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other employees. Working Conditions Working onsite in a manufacturing facility located in Franklin, New Hampshire. Schedule includes 1st shift hours of 6am–2:30pm with overtime per business need. Physical Requirements Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to lift and carry up to 25pounds and push or pull up to 25pounds. Ability to move around the manufacturing floor. Ability to read documents and communicate clearly with management and coworkers. Ability to wear personal protective equipment, which may include safety shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses. Benefits Competitive compensation based on skills, qualifications, and experience. Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits. Family building benefits, including paid maternity and paternity leave. 10 paid holidays and paid time off. Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement. Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs. Learn more about our benefit offerings at Equal Employment Opportunity Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources. #J-18808-Ljbffr