Experienced Toolmakers-Eyelet

Cadence, Inc.; Watertown (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cadence, Inc. in Watertown, CT is seeking an experienced Toolmaker to support high-precision eyelet tooling and deep draw dies in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role focuses on building, repairing, troubleshooting, and optimizing tooling, while collaborating with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure dimensional accuracy and product quality. Overtime may be required; M-Th 6a-4:30pm.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of toolmaking in deep draw/eyelet tooling or related precision metal forming environments.
• Experience supporting eyelet press manufacturing operations.
• Proficiency with toolroom equipment and measurement/quality practices.

Responsibilities

• Set up, troubleshoot, and optimize tooling in eyelet press operations.
• Build, repair, maintain, and modify dies, deep draw dies, and eyelet tooling using toolroom equipment and hand tools.
• Support press setup and production teams during tool launches, troubleshooting, changeovers, and program transfers.
• Diagnose tooling and process issues impacting dimensional accuracy, cosmetic quality, or machine performance.
• Modify tooling designs to improve product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and tool life.
• Perform preventative maintenance and tool inspections to minimize downtime.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, tooling blueprints, and process documentation.
• Maintain toolroom equipment and follow safe working practices at all times.

Skills

Eyelet tooling

Deep draw tooling

Precision machining

Troubleshooting

Dimensional inspection

Tools

Manual lathe

Bridgeport mill

Surface grinder

Job description

Precision Manufacturing | Metal Forming | Eyelet Press Operations

Cadence is seeking an experienced Toolmakers at the Watertown, CT facility to support high-precision metal forming operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. These roles play a critical part in building, maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing deep draw dies, and eyelet tooling that support complex precision manufacturing processes.

The ideal candidates bring strong hands-on toolmaking expertise in eyelet tooling environments, precision machining skills, and a proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement. If you enjoy working with complex tooling systems, solving technical challenges, and contributing to high-quality manufacturing processes, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, troubleshoot, and optimize tooling in eyelet press operations
• Build, repair, maintain, and modify dies, deep draw dies, and eyelet tooling using toolroom equipment and hand tools
• Support press setup and production teams during tool launches, troubleshooting, changeovers, and program transfers
• Diagnose tooling and process issues impacting dimensional accuracy, cosmetic quality, or machine performance
• Modify tooling designs to improve product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and tool life
• Perform preventative maintenance and tool inspections to minimize downtime
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, tooling blueprints, and process documentation
• Maintain toolroom equipment and follow safe working practices at all times

Qualifications

• 5+ years of toolmaking experience in deep draw, eyelet tooling, or related precision metal forming environments required
• Strong experience supporting eyelet press manufacturing operations
• Proficiency with toolroom equipment, including manual lathes, Bridgeport milling machines, and manual surface grinders
• Strong understanding of metal forming, and/or deep draw forming principles
• Solid knowledge of measurement methods, precision inspection tools, and quality practices
• Ability to troubleshoot dimensional and cosmetic part defects
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Journeyman Toolmaker certification or equivalent experience in eyelet toolmaking
• Experience with specialized eyelet equipment such as Lassy, Waterbury Farrell, or Baird machines
• Experience working with stainless steel and thin-gauge materials

What You'll Bring

• A hands-on approach to toolmaking and continuous improvement
• Strong collaboration with engineering, production, and quality teams
• A commitment to precision, safety, and high-quality manufacturing

About Cadence

Cadence is a leading contract manufacturer specializing in precision components and assemblies for the medical device and life sciences industries. With deep expertise in niche metal forming, machining, and complex component manufacturing, Cadence partners with customers to bring high-quality medical technologies to market.

Our teams operate across multiple FDA-registered manufacturing sites and are dedicated to delivering precision, reliability, and innovation. At Cadence, we combine advanced manufacturing capabilities with a collaborative culture focused on quality, continuous improvement, and customer success.

M-TH 6a-4:30pm, Overtime may be required.