Aerospace Tooling Fabricator

Baker Industries, a Lincoln Electric Company; Michigan; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Electric is seeking a skilled machinist in Michigan to lay out, fabricate, assemble, and repair jigs, fixtures, and tooling used in aerospace tooling. You will interpret blueprints and MBD models, set up machines, and verify dimensions with precision instruments.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and experience with GD&T, blueprint reading, and overhead cranes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; certificate in Machine Tool Technology preferred.
• Strong GD&T and blueprint reading skills.
• Experience with shop tools and overhead cranes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lay out, fabricate, assemble, and repair jigs, fixtures, and tooling for aerospace manufacturing.
• Interpret blueprints/MBD models and determine dimensions and reference points.
• Set up and operate lathes, Bridgeport, grinders, and other shop equipment.
• Inspect tooling assemblies with precision measuring instruments for conformance.
• Maintain safety and quality standards and communicate across shifts.

Skills

GD&T knowledge

Blueprint reading

Tool handling

Education

High school diploma/GED

Machine Tool Technology certificate

Tools

Overhead cranes

Measuring instruments

Job description

Lincoln Electric is seeking a skilled machinist in Michigan to lay out, fabricate, assemble, and repair jigs, fixtures, and tooling used in aerospace tooling. You will interpret blueprints and MBD models, set up machines, and verify dimensions with precision instruments.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and experience with GD&T, blueprint reading, and overhead cranes.