Machinist/Toolmaker

Overview
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Machinist/Toolmaker to join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for fabricating, modifying, and maintaining precision tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and machine components. This role requires a strong understanding of machining processes, CAD/CAM software, and manufacturing principles to ensure high-quality production standards. Candidates should possess excellent mechanical knowledge and proficiency with various machining equipment and measurement instruments to support our company's commitment to precision engineering.

Duties

• Operate CNC lathes, milling machines, and other machining equipment to produce precision parts and tools.
• Program CNC machines utilizing CAM software and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Utilize CAD software such as AutoCAD and Fusion for designing tooling components and fixtures.
• Perform CNC programming tasks including GDT (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) for accurate manufacturing.
• Conduct electrical discharge machining (EDM) processes for complex part fabrication.
• Fabricate parts using hand tools and fabrication equipment to meet specifications.
• Measure and inspect parts using calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, and other precision measuring instruments to ensure dimensional accuracy.
• Maintain detailed documentation of machining processes, schematics, and assembly instructions.
• Assist in the setup and calibration of machinery for production runs.
• Support tooling development for plastics injection molding and other manufacturing processes.
• Follow safety protocols related to machining operations and fabrication activities.

Skills

• Proficiency in CAD software such as AutoCAD, Inventor, and Fusion experience with CAM programming is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of CNC programming for lathe and milling machines; experience with CNC lathe, CNC milling machine, stamping press preferred.
• Familiarity with GD&T standards to ensure precise measurements and quality control.
• Experience with electrical discharge machining (EDM) techniques.
• Knowledge of plastics injection molding processes and tooling development.
• Mechanical aptitude with a solid understanding of schematics, blueprints, math skills related to machining tolerances, and the use of precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and schematics related to manufacturing components.
• Experience working with stamping presses or other specialized manufacturing equipment is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills with an emphasis on precision machining and tooling fabrication within a manufacturing environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Machinist/Toolmaker eager to contribute technical expertise in a dynamic manufacturing setting while advancing their skills in precision engineering technologies.

Pay: $ $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Work Location: In person