Toolmaker

Precision Resource, Inc.; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day shift 4x10 hours

Benefits package

RRSP/DPSP with match

Annual bonus

Vacation and paid holidays

Wellness & Employee Assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Long-tenured team

Job summary

Precision Resource, Inc. seeks skilled Tool & Die/Mold Maker professionals to join our precision tooling team. You will build, assemble, and repair tooling, interpret CAD drawings, and ensure tolerances meet design intent.

Applicants should have 1–3 years of certification as Tool & Die Maker or Mold Maker, plus experience with grinding, fitting, machining, and assembly in stamping or fineblanking environments. Join an established, long-tenured workforce and advance in a safety-focused shop.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' experience with certification as Tool & Die Maker or Mold Maker.
• Experience building and repairing precision tooling and dies.
• Experience working in stamping, fineblanking, aerospace, or precision components preferred.
• Experience with grinding, fitting, machining, and assembly operations.

Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain precision tooling and dies.
• Manufacture and fit tooling components to specified tolerances and design requirements.
• Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, GD&T, and assembly documentation.
• Perform bench work including fitting, spotting, polishing, stoning, and precision assembly.
• Operate manual and CNC machine tools including mills, lathes, grinders, and drill presses.
• Perform surface grinding, cylindrical grinding, and jig grinding operations as required.
• Diagnose tooling failures and implement corrective repairs.
• Modify tooling to improve performance, reliability, and component quality.
• Collaborate with Tool Designers and Manufacturing Engineers on tooling improvements.
• Verify dimensional accuracy using precision measurement devices.
• Maintain tooling maintenance records and repair documentation.
• Assist in the fabrication of fixtures, gauges, prototypes, and automation components.
• Participate in root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Craftsmanship pride

Team collaboration

Education

Tool & Die/Mold Maker certification

Tools

CNC machines

Grinding equipment

Manual lathes & mills

Job description

We are a leading precision manufacturing company specializing in fineblanking tools, high-precision blanking and forming tools, and spare components. Our process includes CNC machining, wire EDM, tool assembly, and grinding, producing tools that meet the highest standards of accuracy and quality. We are committed to workforce development and offer an established toolmaker apprenticeship program.

We are seeking motivated individuals with a pride in craftmanship and an attention to detail from the Tool & Die/Mold Maker trades.

Precision Resource offers:

• Day Shift 4 X 10 hours (Monday - Thursday from 5:00am - 3:30pm)
• Benefits package including health, dental, life and CI
• RRSP/DPSP with match
• Annual bonus based on division profitability
• Vacation and flexible paid holidays
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition reimbursement and paid training
• Work with an established team of long-term employees

Responsibilities include:

• Build, assemble, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain precision tooling and dies.
• Manufacture and fit tooling components to specified tolerances and design requirements.
• Interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, GD&T, and assembly documentation.
• Perform bench work including fitting, spotting, polishing, stoning, and precision assembly.
• Operate manual and CNC machine tools including mills, lathes, grinders, and drill presses.
• Perform surface grinding, cylindrical grinding, and jig grinding operations as required.
• Diagnose tooling failures and implement corrective repairs.
• Modify tooling to improve performance, reliability, and component quality.
• Collaborate with Tool Designers and Manufacturing Engineers on tooling improvements.
• Verify dimensional accuracy using precision measurement devices.
• Maintain tooling maintenance records and repair documentation.
• Assist in the fabrication of fixtures, gauges, prototypes, and automation components.
• Participate in root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement activities.

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years' experience with certification as Tool & Die Maker or Mold Maker
• Experience building and repairing precision tooling and dies
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment involving stamping, fineblanking, aerospace, or precision components preferred
• Experience with grinding, fitting, machining, and assembly operations