Precision Manual Machinist: Setup, Tooling & R&D

LVMH Group; Cumberland (RI); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiffany & Co. is seeking a Manual Machinist in Rhode Island to set up and operate Bridgeport mills, Hardinge lathes, and grinders for precision turning, boring, threading, and drilling. You will develop tooling and fixtures for short-run jobs and assist with CNC tooling for production runs.

You will read blueprints, use precision measuring tools, and collaborate with engineers to ensure tight tolerances and high-quality surface finishes. Overtime may be required in this hands-on shop role.

Qualifications

• Technical school; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Read blueprints and sketches; interpret verbal instructions for machining.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, work orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.
• Over-Time availability as needed; attention to detail and practical problem-solving.
• Experience with fixture and tooling development for short runs and CNC production tooling.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate manual machines including Bridgeport Mills and Hardinge Lathes.
• Produce components to blueprint specs using measuring equipment for quality control.
• Select tooling and cutters; troubleshoot with engineers on R&D projects.
• Inspect first run pieces and perform spot checks on subsequent parts.

Skills

Manual machining

Hardinge lathes

Bridgeport milling

Grinders

Fixtures and tooling

Quality inspection

Education

Technical school

Tools

Micrometers

Vernier

Height Gauges

Bore Gauges

Comparators

Vision Systems

Job description

Tiffany & Co. is seeking a Manual Machinist in Rhode Island to set up and operate Bridgeport mills, Hardinge lathes, and grinders for precision turning, boring, threading, and drilling. You will develop tooling and fixtures for short-run jobs and assist with CNC tooling for production runs.

You will read blueprints, use precision measuring tools, and collaborate with engineers to ensure tight tolerances and high-quality surface finishes. Overtime may be required in this hands-on shop role.