Tool Maker

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a skilled Tool Maker to join our manufacturing team. The role involves building, repairing, and maintaining precision tools, dies, molds, fixtures, and related equipment on-site.

The candidate will read blueprints and drawings, operate CNC and manual machines, and ensure tight tolerances with rigorous quality standards. Independent work ethic with teamwork and safety adherence is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous tool-making or machining experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of machining processes and precision measurement.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience with calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other measuring tools.
• Strong mechanical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Build and repair tools, dies, molds, jigs, and fixtures.
• Operate manual and CNC machine tools.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications.
• Measure and inspect parts using precision measuring instruments.
• Troubleshoot and repair tooling and production equipment.
• Perform machining, grinding, drilling, milling, and related operations.
• Maintain accurate measurements and tight tolerances.
• Keep tools, machines, and work areas clean and safe.
• Follow company quality and safety procedures.

Skills

Machining processes

Precision measurement

Blueprint reading

Reading technical drawings

Mechanical troubleshooting

Independence & teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

CNC machines

Manual tooling

Measuring tools

Job description

Tool Maker

Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Manufacturing

We are looking for a skilled and dependable Tool Maker to join our manufacturing team. The Tool Maker will build, repair, modify, and maintain precision tools, dies, molds, fixtures, and other manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Build and repair tools, dies, molds, jigs, and fixtures.
• Operate manual and CNC machine tools.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications.
• Measure and inspect parts using precision measuring instruments.
• Troubleshoot and repair tooling and production equipment.
• Perform machining, grinding, drilling, milling, and related operations.
• Maintain accurate measurements and tight tolerances.
• Keep tools, machines, and work areas clean and safe.
• Follow company quality and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Previous tool-making or machining experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of machining processes and precision measurement.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience with calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other measuring tools.
• Strong mechanical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

We offer competitive pay, training, and opportunities for career advancement. Experienced Tool Makers are encouraged to apply.