Precision Eyelet Tooling Technician

Aerotek; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 69,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Paid time off

Room for growth

Job summary

Aerotek seeks an Eyelet Machine Operator to build, repair, and maintain eyelet tooling and dies in a hands-on, precision environment in Waterbury, CT. You will interpret tooling drawings, set up manual machining equipment, and ensure components meet tight tolerances while following safety procedures.

Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail, experience with jig/fixture building, and the ability to train others.

Qualifications

• Experience with progression die setup and repair procedures.
• Ability to fabricate punches/ dies and fit tooling accurately.
• Machining of tool steel and related components.
• Build jig fixtures and fixtures for tooling builds.
• Ability to read tooling prints and CAD drawings for exact specs.
• High attention to detail and precision in measurements.
• Excellent hand tools and shop equipment operation skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and troubleshooting mindset.
• Capable of mentoring less experienced tool makers.

Responsibilities

• Build, repair, maintain, and troubleshoot eyelet tooling and dies.
• Set up and operate lathes, mills, and surface grinders.
• Interpret blueprints and CAD drawings for fabrication.
• Perform precision machining, fitting, and assembly.
• Inspect tooling with micrometers and calipers for quality.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to reduce downtime.
• Ensure tooling meets production standards and safety guidelines.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean workspace.

Skills

Progressive Die Setup & Repair

Punch & Die Fabrication

Tool Steel Machining

Jig & Fixture Building

Work from Tooling Prints & CAD Draws

Attention to Detail

Hand Tool & Shop Equipment Skills

Problem-Solving Abilities

Mentor Less Experienced Tool Makers

Tools

CNC Programming & Operation

Wire EDM Experience

Heat Treatment Knowledge

Tooling Adjustments & Modifications

Job description

Aerotek seeks an Eyelet Machine Operator to build, repair, and maintain eyelet tooling and dies in a hands-on, precision environment in Waterbury, CT. You will interpret tooling drawings, set up manual machining equipment, and ensure components meet tight tolerances while following safety procedures.

Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail, experience with jig/fixture building, and the ability to train others.