Aerospace Tooling Specialist - Dies & Fixtures Expert

Jobot; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) and company match

PTO/vacation policy

Paid holidays

Bonus programs

Tuition reimbursement/training

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a detail-oriented Tooling Specialist to join our growing aerospace manufacturing team in Santa Fe Springs. You will maintain, organize, and optimize production tooling, ensuring tools are available to support quality, delivery, and continuous improvement.

The position offers a 6am shift, Monday–Friday, and an hourly rate of $35–$45. This hands-on role requires reading blueprints, using precision measuring instruments, and collaborating with engineering, quality, and production

Qualifications

• 2+ years of tooling, machining, manufacturing, or aerospace experience.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, and specs.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments and hand tools.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of tooling maintenance, inventory control, and manufacturing processes.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems preferred.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, inspect, repair, and organize production tooling, fixtures, and equipment.
• Issue, track, and manage tooling inventory to support manufacturing operations.
• Coordinate tooling calibration, maintenance schedules, and replacement needs.
• Support production teams with tooling setup, troubleshooting, and changeovers.
• Maintain accurate tooling records and documentation.
• Work closely with engineering, quality, and production teams to improve tooling performance.
• Assist with process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and manufacturing standards.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP/MRP systems

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Jobot is seeking a detail-oriented Tooling Specialist to join our growing aerospace manufacturing team in Santa Fe Springs. You will maintain, organize, and optimize production tooling, ensuring tools are available to support quality, delivery, and continuous improvement.

The position offers a 6am shift, Monday–Friday, and an hourly rate of $35–$45. This hands-on role requires reading blueprints, using precision measuring instruments, and collaborating with engineering, quality, and production