Journeyman Toolmaker

Wenthe-Davidson Engineering Co.; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in New Berlin, Wisconsin, is seeking an experienced toolmaker to construct and repair tools, fixtures, and parts. The successful candidate will need Journeyman-level credentials and at least 5 years of related experience in metal fabrication. Responsibilities include operating various tool room equipment, creating CNC code, and ensuring all projects meet high standards of accuracy and deadlines. A strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Toolmaker or Tool and Die Maker credentials required.
• 5 years of experience in metal fabrication and assembly preferred.
• Ability to calculate speeds and feeds for CNC tools.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate tool room equipment including mills and lathes.
• Construct and repair tooling and fixtures as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the workspace.

Skills

Journeyman Toolmaker credentials

Troubleshooting skills

Precision measurement skills

CNC code creation

Attention to detail

Tools

Micrometer

Calipers

Height gage

Job description

Description

The toolmaker will work under the direction of the Director of Engineering to perform all operations (from start to finish) to construct, alter and repair tools, dies, fixtures, parts, etc.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, operate, and maintain all tool room equipment (mills, lathes, grinders, etc.).
• Construct, alter, and/or repair tooling, dies, fixtures, gauges, and/or customer supplied parts.
• Read and correctly interpret blueprints (tolerances and dimensions) for building parts to print.
• Communicating to the team when changes are required to the print, due to unforeseen situations or need (for internal documentation).
• When provided: install, work with, and/or edit CNC code.
• Create CNC code (TRAK CNC Controls: mill and lathe).
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe workspace.
• Communicate the progress of projects and present contingencies for missed deadlines.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Journeyman Toolmaker or Journeyman Tool and Die maker credentials.
• 5 years of related experience, preferably in a metal fabrication and assembly environment.
• Solve practical problems with a variety of concrete variables in situations where limited standardization exists.
• Possess troubleshooting skills related to equipment and processes associated with tool room equipment.
• Read, understand and interpret technical materials, engineering drawings and industry standards.
• Experience using measurement tools associated with toolmaking (micrometer, calipers, height gage).
• Ability to calculate machine speeds and feeds (CNC and tool room machinery).
• High degree of accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Work to specified deadlines, working overtime as needed to meet tooling completion dates.
• Willingness to train others and apply skills to current tool room machinery to meet tooling completion dates.
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbally and through written communications) with staff at all levels of the organization.
• Flexibility when priorities change in tool room scheduling (customer or production needs).
• Able to stand all workday and perform lifting operations up to 50 lbs.