Toolmaker / Machinist

About the role

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Toolmaker / Machinist to maintain, repair, modify, and fabricate precision tooling used in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of hands-on machining or toolmaking experience and be comfortable working from blueprints, drawings, sketches, and shop specifications. This position requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to machine components to close tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, modify, repair, and improve metalworking dies and tooling.
• Fabricate new gauges, cutting tools, fixtures, and other production tooling.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, sketches, and shop specifications.
• Set up and operate manual machining equipment, including:
  • Lathes
  • Mills
  • Grinders
  • Drill presses
• Perform precision machining operations while maintaining close tolerances.
• Measure and inspect finished work using precision measuring instruments and gauges.
• Troubleshoot tooling and machining issues and make necessary adjustments or repairs.
• Support the maintenance department with various manufacturing and machining projects.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow established safety and quality procedures.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of machining, toolmaking, or tool & die experience in a manufacturing or machine-shop environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Hands-on experience setting up and operating manual mills, lathes, grinders, and drills.
• Knowledge of precision measurement tools and inspection equipment.
• Ability to machine parts and tooling to close tolerances.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Welding experience is a plus.