Tool Maker

Qualified Staffing; Port Huron (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualified Staffing in Port Huron, MI, is seeking an experienced Toolmaker for a precision manufacturing facility. This role supports the manufacture, maintenance, repair, and improvement of precision tooling used in a high-quality environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong toolroom experience, excellent mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work with precision tooling and tight tolerances. This is a direct hire, second shift position with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Ten years of professional Toolmaker/Die/Mold experience or equivalent.
• Strong toolmaking, machining, fitting, and precision manufacturing knowledge.
• Ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Experience with tight tolerances and precision components.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to independently complete tooling repairs and modifications.
• Commitment to quality and dimensional accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Build, repair, maintain, and modify precision tooling.
• Troubleshoot tooling problems and perform repairs and adjustments.
• Manufacture and fit tooling components to required specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical specs.
• Set up and operate toolroom equipment to make/repair tooling components.
• Use precision measuring instruments to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Inspect tooling components for wear, damage, and accuracy.
• Maintain tooling areas and follow safety/quality procedures.

Skills

Toolmaking

Machining

Blueprints

Precision measurement

Troubleshooting

Quality focus

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

CMM

Job description

TOOLMAKER

• Location: Bluewater area
• Job Type: Direct Hire
• Shift: 2nd Shift | M-Thur 3:30PM-2AM | Occasional Friday overtime as needed.
• Pay: $35 to $40 per hour | Based on experience and qualifications

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking an experienced Toolmaker for a precision manufacturing facility in Port Huron, MI. This position supports the manufacture, maintenance, repair, and improvement of precision tooling used in a high quality manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong toolroom experience, excellent mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work with precision tooling and tight tolerances.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build, repair, maintain, and modify precision tooling
• Troubleshoot tooling problems and perform necessary repairs and adjustments
• Manufacture and fit tooling components to required specifications
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical specifications
• Set up and operate toolroom equipment to manufacture and repair tooling components
• Use precision measuring instruments to verify dimensions and tolerances
• Inspect tooling components for wear, damage, and dimensional accuracy
• Perform maintenance and repair of tooling to support production requirements
• Diagnose tooling issues and determine appropriate corrective actions
• Work closely with production and engineering teams to resolve tooling related issues
• Maintain accurate and organized tooling and work areas
• Follow established safety and quality procedures

QUALIFICATIONS

• No less than 10 Years previous professional experience as a Toolmaker, Tool and Die Maker, Mold Maker, or similar precision tooling position
• Strong knowledge of toolmaking, machining, fitting, and precision manufacturing practices
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings
• Experience working with tight tolerances and precision components
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments
• Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills
• Ability to independently complete tooling repairs and modifications
• Strong attention to quality and dimensional accuracy

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