Tool Maker - Aerospace/Defense Precision Tooling

Sinclair Manufacturing; Norton (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair Manufacturing (dba PacAero Norton) seeks an experienced Tool Maker to fabricate, assemble, and repair production tooling. You will set up tool room machinery, read engineering drawings, and ensure tooling meets specifications, supporting manufacturing operations.

The role requires hands-on tooling experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to troubleshoot issues promptly to minimize downtime. Onsite, full-time with standard Monday–Friday hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Hands-on experience in tool making, tooling fabrication, or tooling repair.
• Ability to set up and operate tool room machinery.
• Experience setting up power presses with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Strong mathematical skills to support machining, tooling, and production activities.
• Ability to identify problems, evaluate information, and determine appropriate solutions.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with production personnel.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate tooling used in manufacturing operations to produce parts in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Set up and operate tool room machinery to support tooling fabrication and maintenance.
• Ensure tooling is accurately produced and meets required specifications.
• Set up power presses with minimal supervision to support production requirements.
• Diagnose tooling issues and perform necessary repairs to existing tooling in a timely manner.
• Troubleshoot tooling problems to help minimize production interruptions and maintain operational efficiency.
• Provide technical and hands-on support to production areas as needed.
• Work collaboratively with production personnel to address tooling concerns and support manufacturing operations.
• Follow QMS requirements as they relate to tooling operations.
• Maintain accurate and consistent work practices to support product quality and manufacturing standards.

Skills

Hands-on tooling

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sinclair Manufacturing (dba PacAero Norton) seeks an experienced Tool Maker to fabricate, assemble, and repair production tooling. You will set up tool room machinery, read engineering drawings, and ensure tooling meets specifications, supporting manufacturing operations.

The role requires hands-on tooling experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to troubleshoot issues promptly to minimize downtime. Onsite, full-time with standard Monday–Friday hours.