Aerospace Tool & Die Master - Precision CNC Expert

Princeton Tool Inc.; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Paragon Precision Group seeks a Journeyman Tool and Die Maker to join its aerospace/defense manufacturing team in Mentor, OH. The role involves fabricating, repairing, and maintaining dies, jigs, fixtures, and tooling used in precision parts production.

You will collaborate with engineers to ensure dies meet strict specs and comply with AS9100 standards. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience with CNC and manual tooling, a strong eye for GD&T, and the ability to work autonomously or

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training preferred.
• Minimum 5 years as Tool and Die Maker, aerospace/precision manufacturing preferred.
• Expert reading of blueprints, CAD drawings, and models.
• Strong setup and operation of manual and CNC equipment.
• Knowledge of metals used in aerospace tooling and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture, modify, and maintain precision tools, dies, jigs, fixtures per blueprints/CAD.
• Operate lathes, mills, grinders, and CNC machines for high-precision parts.
• Inspect tools/dies with micrometers, calipers, and CMM for tight tolerances.
• Diagnose and repair dies/tools to minimize downtime.
• Maintain records of modifications and repairs for traceability.
• Adhere to aerospace safety and quality standards (AS9100).

Skills

Blueprints reading

CAD models

CNC machining

Manual machining setup

Precision measurement

GD&T knowledge

Autonomous problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training in Tool & Die Making or Machining

Tools

CNC machinery

Manual milling/turning equipment

Micrometers/calipers/CMM

Job description

Paragon Precision Group seeks a Journeyman Tool and Die Maker to join its aerospace/defense manufacturing team in Mentor, OH. The role involves fabricating, repairing, and maintaining dies, jigs, fixtures, and tooling used in precision parts production.

You will collaborate with engineers to ensure dies meet strict specs and comply with AS9100 standards. The ideal candidate brings extensive experience with CNC and manual tooling, a strong eye for GD&T, and the ability to work autonomously or