Sr. Tool & Die Maker

Senior Aerospace Ketema; El Cajon, California, Winter Gardens (CA, MO, CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Sr. Tool & Die Maker to join their dynamic team in El Cajon, CA. This role involves planning, designing, and constructing precision tools and dies, ensuring high-quality standards are met. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and will be responsible for operating various metal fabricating tools while collaborating closely with engineers. The company offers a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth. If you're passionate about engineering solutions and looking for a rewarding career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive benefits package

401k matching plan

Paid vacation

Flexible hours

Tuition reimbursement

Employee wellness activities

Community involvement initiatives

Qualifications

• 10 years of industry experience in Tool & Die making.
• 5 years of complex machine Tool & Die construction.

Responsibilities

• Fabricates and assembles jigs and fixtures to close tolerance limits.
• Operates metal fabricating machine tools and precision measuring devices.
• Constructs and repairs machine shop tools and gauges.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Metal Fabrication

Precision Measuring

Jig and Fixture Assembly

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational/Specialized Training for Tool & Die

Tools

Drill Press

Lathes

Mills

Forklift

Pallet Jacks

Job description

Company

Ketema

Vacancy title

Sr. Tool & Die Maker

Ref

30520

Location

Ketema - 790 Greenfield Dr, El Cajon, CA 92021

Advertised salary

$30 - $36 per hour

Employment type

Full-time

Contract type

Permanent/Regular

Working pattern

1st shift, 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday- Friday

Closing date

30 May 2025

Description

Who is Senior plc?

Senior plc is an international, market-leading, engineering solutions provider with 26 operating businesses in 12 countries. Senior designs, manufactures and markets high-technology components and systems for the principal original equipment producers in the worldwide aerospace, defense, and land vehicle and power & energy markets. The Group is split into two divisions, Aerospace and Flexonics, servicing five key sectors.

Our global values underpin what we do, and how we do it ...

Safety - Integrity - Customer Focus - Respect & Trust - Accountability - Excellence

Who is Senior Aerospace Ketema?

We are a technology-driven, team-oriented company that takes pride in the relationships we build with our customers, suppliers and with each other. We offer exciting career opportunities in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment and reward employees who are motivated, innovative, and results-oriented. We are looking for dedicated individuals to join us in engineering solutions for our customers.

We are currently seeking a full-time Sr. Tool & Die Maker for our 1^st shift at our Ketema facility in El Cajon, CA.

What Does the Job Involve?

The Sr. Tool & Die Maker plans, organizes, designs, and constructs close tolerance machine tools and dies from metal forming equipment using conventional machine tools.

What will my responsibilities include?

• Fabricates and assembles jigs and fixtures to close tolerance limits from raw stock, machined parts, sheet metal, and fasteners.


• Operates all types of metal fabricating machine tools, sheet metal tools, hand and power equipment, and precision measuring devices.


• Constructs and repairs machine shop tools, gauges, fixtures, jigs, or dies for use within the establishment.


• Reworks difficult parts: e.g. blend metal to repair damaged face surface, remove broken taps usually from a blind hole, etc.


• Uses blueprints, engineering sketches, general verbal instructions, and model parts.


• Installs bushings.


• Reviews work for dimensions, finishes, clearances, etc., to ensure work meets required specifications.


• Lays out reference points and dimensions for fabricating operations.


• Plans and develops layouts as outlined in blueprints, applying knowledge of trigonometry and product design.


• Demonstrates ability to appear for work on time, works overtime, when necessary, follows directions from a supervisor, interacts well with co-workers, understands, and follows work rules and procedures, works safely, complies with corporate policies, goals, and objectives, accepts constructive feedback, establishes goals and objectives, and exhibits initiative and commitment.


• Communicates with engineers, tool design personnel, and periodically internal customers regarding assigned special projects.


• Responsible for the cleanliness of the work area, proper handling of tools, equipment and stock to prevent loss.


• Maintains an organized work environment.

What Key Skills and Experience Do I Need?

• Ability to read blueprints, engineering sketches, drawings, and/or templates.


• Familiarity with basic hand tools, cranes, drill press, electric lifts, lathes, mills, jig bores, forklift, and pallet jacks.

What Qualifications Should I Have?

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED.


• Vocational/Specialized training for Tool & Die preferred.

Experience:

• 10 years of industry experience.


• 5 years of complex machine Tool & Die construction.

Why Join Senior Aerospace Ketema?

Joining Senior means not only a rewarding career with a tight-knit and collaborative team, but you will also enjoy a competitive compensation package that includes a market-led base salary, and a comprehensive benefits package along with wellness benefits, employee recognition program, matching 401k plan, paid vacation, flexible hours, employee wellness activities, tuition reimbursement, and community involvement initiatives.

If offer of employment is made it will be contingent upon passing all of the following: Drug Test, Background Check, ITAR and U.S. Export Compliance Screening.

Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/veteran

Access to our facility (and, therefore, employment) is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, U.S. refugees, asylees or temporary residents under amnesty provisions [as defined in 8 USC 1324b(a)(3)] and properly licensed foreign persons. Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment will be required to provide information to determine whether they are subject to these regulations and, if so, to assess their country of chargeability for trade compliance control purposes. Additionally, potential employee's names will be screened against the Consolidated Screening List (maintained by the United States government) to determine eligibility to receive technical data.