Tool & Die Maker - Winsted, CT

Hubbell; Winsted (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in electrical solutions is seeking a skilled machinist to operate and set up various machine tools, including CNC machining centers. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and prior manufacturing experience, and will be responsible for interpreting designs and ensuring the quality of produced tooling components.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret technical blueprints.
• Previous manufacturing experience setting up machines is advantageous.
• Experience using machine tools to manufacture tools, dies, and parts.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machine tools in the tool room.
• Identify and troubleshoot repairs of tools and equipment.
• Inspect finished products for defects and ensure quality compliance.

Skills

Machine operation

Troubleshooting

Precision measurement

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Overview

• Set up and operate all machine tools in the tool room including but not limited to Ram’s Wire’s and CNC machining centers

A Day In The Life

• Responsible for performing skilled tasks in accordance with standard practices of the trade while working under the supervision of a licensed toolmaker.
• Identifying, analyzing and troubleshooting and assisting with repairs of tools and equipment.
• Capable and qualified to operate conventional mills, grinders, and lathes.
• Work to tolerances of +/-.0005
• Produce tooling components and any other parts normally produced in the tool room through verbal instruction, drawings, sketches and machine programs.
• Create, edit and interpret CAD generated programs
• Ability to use measuring tools
• Ability to operator overhead hoist and cranes
• Other assignments as requested by Supervisor

What will help you thrive in this role?

• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret technical blue prints and design models to gain a comprehensive understanding of the required parts.
• Previous manufacturing experience setting up machines and familiar with CNC machining centers
• Previous experience using machine tools to manufacture tools, dies, and machine parts
• Capable of measuring finished parts to ensure they meet specifications using precise measurement tools such as micrometers, calipers and gauges
• Assemble, disassemble and test products to ensure functionality and quality
• Repair damaged or worn out tools and dies
• Inspect finished products for defects and ensure compliance with quality standards
• Coordinate with engineers and other production staff to understand specific requirements and to troubleshoot problems
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment in compliance with safety regulations

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Hubbell Incorporated

Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.

We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.

Hubbell Utility Solutions

Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.