Precision Tool & Die Machinist (CNC, Dies)

Nidec Motor Corporation; Lexington (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Motor Corporation in Lexington, TN seeks a skilled machinist to build and repair tooling using machining operations and measuring instruments. You will work from blueprints and sketches to create dies, jigs and molds, with 0–2 years if applicable and 3–5 years preferred in the field.

Supervised role emphasizing safety and accuracy. High school diploma or GED required; apprenticeship or formal training may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Trade/Technical School preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years hands-on machinist experience.
• Able to read engineering drawings and interpret tolerances.
• Experience with manual and CNC lathes, mills, grinders; welding experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Produce new tooling and repair tooling to print specifications.
• Service and repair dies and tooling across the plant.
• Work from blueprints and sketches; measure with precision instruments.
• Maintain good housekeeping and safety practices.
• Report to Supervisor or Team Leader on progress and issues.

Skills

Read micrometer

Verniers

Indicators

Trigonometry

CNC milling

CNC turning

Machining experience

Education

High School Diploma

Trade/Technical School

Tools

CNC equipment

Blueprints reading

Job description

Nidec Motor Corporation in Lexington, TN seeks a skilled machinist to build and repair tooling using machining operations and measuring instruments. You will work from blueprints and sketches to create dies, jigs and molds, with 0–2 years if applicable and 3–5 years preferred in the field.

Supervised role emphasizing safety and accuracy. High school diploma or GED required; apprenticeship or formal training may be required.