Tool and Die Maker

Princeton Tool South; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Relocation help

Paid time off

401(k)

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

HSA option

EAP

Disability & life insurance

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Princeton Precision Group is seeking a skilled Tool and Die Maker to maintain, repair, and create tooling across tooling, production, wax, and metrology to minimize delays. The role requires reading blueprints, GD&T, and extensive machining experience using manual mills and 3-axis CNC equipment.

You will inspect dies for defects, verify fixturing meets specs, and work in a detail-oriented, team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience operating a manual mill.
• Manufacture new and repair complex tooling as needed.
• Inspect finished dies/tools for defects, smoothness, and contour deformities.
• Verify tooling and fixturing meet quality requirements.
• Maintain organized workspace and safety standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints and GD&T requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and create tooling to reduce production delays.
• Support Tooling, Production, Wax, and Metrology teams.
• Inspect dies for defects and ensure tolerances are met.
• Verify fixturing and tooling meet quality requirements.
• Maintain organized workspace and safety standards.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T understanding

Manual milling

CNC milling

Tooling inspection

Quality verification

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Team player

Communication

Tools

Manual mill

3-axis CNC milling

Grinder

Lathe

Milling machines

Measuring tools

Job description

Description

Princeton Precision Group: Always Advancing. Each business unit under the PPG portfolio has been deliberately selected for their ability to support their customers, lead their industry, and provide high quality products. Your journey with us is more than just a job. It is an opportunity to support the manufacturing of critical hardware to key defense programs, supporting missions to space and providing access for global travel. Join us in the journey!

We are actively seeking an experienced and dedicated Tool and Die Maker to join the PPG organization. The Tool and Die Maker will provide direct support to Tooling, Production, Wax, and Metrology by maintaining, repairing, and creating the necessary tooling to reduce and eliminate production delays.

• Quarterly profit-sharing bonus; eligible upon hire
• Relocation assistance available
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays
• Tuition / professional development reimbursement
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Optional HSA with company contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short-term disability, long term disability, and life insurance at no cost
• Limitless opportunity for advancement

Requirements

• Extensive experience in operating a manual mill
• Manufacture new and repair complex tooling as needed
• Inspect finished dies and tools for defects, smoothness, and contour deformities
• Verify tooling and fixturing meet quality requirements
• Maintain organized workspace
• Other related duties as requested

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Experience operating 3 axis CNC milling equipment is preferred
• Extensive experience with metalworking tools including drills, milling machines, grinders, and lathes
• Ability to understand GD&T requirements
• Basic shop math
• Excellent attention to detail
• Advanced troubleshooting skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Effective communication skills
• Team Player

Compensation

• Compensation for this role will vary based on industry specific experience

Princeton Precision Group abides by applicable export control laws including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) in accordance with the company's export control procedures. Most positions require access to ITAR/EAR-controlled information. As such, persons considered for this position must be either a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder) or otherwise classifiable as a “U.S. Person” under relevant regulations.