Tool Room Machinist

Tool Room MachinistPrecisionX Group is a leading provider of precision metal components, serving critical industries such as aerospace & defense, medical devices, satellite & space, electric vehicles, mining, and semiconductors. By uniting the specialized expertise of GEM, Coining, National Manufacturing, Ditron, MSK Precision Products, and Hudson Technologies we offer a comprehensive range of advanced manufacturing solutions. Our core capabilities include machining, deep drawing and progressive stamping, Swiss machining, micro stamping, and transfer press.Our team consists of over 600 employees, located in CT, NJ, NY, and FL. With our collective expertise, our strong foundation in metal manufacturing techniques, and a relentless focus on quality and innovation, PrecisionX Group is committed to delivering superior products and services that meet the evolving needs of our customers.The Tool Room Machinist is a skilled trades position responsible for building, machining, fitting, maintaining, and repairing the precision stamping dies, tooling, fixtures, and components used to produce parts for our customers in our micro-miniature precision metal stamping facility. Working from blueprints, tooling drawings, and engineering specifications, this role machines tight-tolerance components on manual and CNC equipment and assembles and troubleshoots tooling to ensure it performs reliably in production. The Tool Room Machinist works closely with tool designers, press technicians, and production to keep tooling accurate, available, and running.Key Responsibilities:Tooling Fabrication & MachiningAssembly, Maintenance & RepairNon-essential Responsibilities:Performs other duties as directed.Supports apprentice training, tooling inventory, and special tool room projects as assigned.Position Qualifications and Competency Statements:Regard for safetyIntegrityAttitudeWork EthicApplication of technical knowledge and skillsAchieving results and problem solvingClient orientationAccountabilityManaging staffTime and Priority ManagementCommunicationHigh emotional intelligenceAbility to Embrace ChangeInnovative ThinkingSkills and Abilities:High school diploma or GED required; completion of a machinist or tool & die apprenticeship or technical/vocational training preferred.3+ years of tool room, tool & die, or precision machining experience, preferably building and maintaining stamping dies in a precision manufacturing environment.Strong machining skills on manual and CNC tool room equipment; ability to read and interpret blueprints, tooling drawings, and GD&T proficiency with precision measuring instruments; knowledge of die construction, materials, heat treat, and grinding/EDM processes.Highly precise, patient, and detail-oriented with excellent hand-eye coordination for tight-tolerance, fine-detail work; dependable and safety-conscious; effective problem solver who works well with tool designers, press technicians, and production; able to stand for extended periods and perform close, fine-detail tasks.Work Environment:This position involves working in a manufacturing environment that is adjacent to the shop work environment. The employee must be aware of potential hazards, including, but not limited to, working in close proximity to moving mechanical parts, operating vehicles, exposure to electrical current, high temperatures, and chemicals. It's important to maintain a high level of alertness and caution while performing tasks in this work environment.