Tool Maker NPI Machinist

Precipart-Group Farmingdale Facility; Village of Farmingdale (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Farmingdale is seeking a Toolmaker / Machinist for their New Product Introductions team. This role involves designing, fabricating, and repairing tools for custom precision components. Candidates should have extensive experience in toolmaking and machining, with a focus on quality and detail. The company offers competitive pay and various benefits, fostering a stable work environment with opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

401k Profit Sharing

Tuition Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as a toolmaker with CNC/manual mills.
• Expertise in designing and fabricating high-precision tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, fabricate, and repair high-precision tools for CNC machinery.
• Collaborate with engineering to develop prototypes.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Technical Certification

Tools

CAD/CAM

Mastercam

SolidWorks

Job description

Precipart. located in Farmingdale, NY, is looking to hire a Toolmaker / Machinists to join our New Product Introductions (NPI) team. As a Toolmaker / Machinist (NPI) you will be responsible for the design, fabrication, and repair of tools used in manufacturing equipment producing custom, precision components, fixtures, and jigs. Additionally, the Toolmaker / Machinist (NPI) will collaborate with the engineering team to develop prototypes of these NPI components. Both positions require extensive experience in toolmaking, CNC and manual machining, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work with tight tolerance parts and tooling. In addition, one of the positions, requires experience setting up and operating a Wire EDM machine.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Design, fabricate, and repair high-precision tools, jigs, and fixtures for CNC machinery, ensuring they meet specifications for custom, precision components.
• Utilize CAD/CAM software to develop detailed tool designs and generate CNC programs for tool and NPI fabrication and repair.
• Conduct regular maintenance and repair of tools to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to design and fabricate prototypes of custom precision components.
• Participate in the development process, providing feedback and suggestions to improve design and manufacturability.
• Program, set up, and operate CNC lathes and milling machines (VMC), as well as Wire EDM as needed.
• Set up and operate manual lathes and milling machines, including grinding machines and other toolroom equipment.
• Adjust machine settings to maintain quality and efficiency in the production process.
• Inspect and measure finished components to ensure they meet stringent quality standards and tolerances.
• Document and maintain records of quality inspections and tool performance.
• Work with engineering and production teams to identify opportunities for process improvements and tool enhancements.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Responsible for conforming with the company’s quality management system requirements, as well as contributing to its overall effectiveness, and the ultimate goals of customer satisfaction, product compliance and ethical practices/behavior. (Must be included on all job descriptions)

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE / SKILLS / EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 8+ years of experience as a toolmaker working on CNC/manual mills, lathes and other toolroom machines used to fabricate precision, custom components with tolerance of +/-.0002
• Wire EDM set up and operating experience for one of the positions
• Be able to program, setup and machine prototype (NPI) and short run parts from engineering blueprints
• Expertise in designing, fabricating, and repairing high-precision tools, jigs, and fixtures
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM design and programming using Mastercam
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints
• Knowledge of mathematical calculations
• Knowledge of safety protocols, practices, and regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Good problem solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills
• Strong organization and time management skills with the ability to prioritize competing tasks
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate, verbally and written, effectively with team members and cross-functionally
• Values treating people well, has an empathetic approach and mindset, is ambitious and strives for personal and collective excellence, supports diversity and inclusion, and has a positive outlook and attitude.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE / SKILLS / EDUCATION

• Technical certification or associate degree in toolmaking, machining, or a related field is preferred
• SolidWorks a plus

**Pay Range: **$30.00 to $46.00 an hour

What We’ll Offer You in Return:

• Base salary plus incentive program
• Paid time off (TOB, holidays, parental leave)
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Plan
• Life insurance, enhanced short term and long-term disability insurance and other voluntary insurance plans
• 401k Profit sharing plan
• Tuition Assistance
• National Employee Assistance Program
• 529 College Savings Program
• Professional development and training
• Clean and organized workspace and manufacturing facilities
• Company events and outings
• Stable organization with opportunities for future growth within the company

About Precipart:

Precipart engineers, designs and manufactures high precision custom solutions for the world’s leading companies in the Medical, Aerospace and Industrial markets. We act as a partner across your entire manufacturing process by engineering precision gears, mechanical components, assemblies and motion control solutions, as well as delivering end-to-end capabilities and more. With offices in Switzerland, the U.S. and U.K, we are here to help you “engineer possible”

You should be proficient in:

• GD&T
• CNC Tooling
• ISO 13485
• CNC Programming
• ITAR Compliance
• G-Code
• ISO 9001 Certification Experience
• Manual Machining Skills
• Shop Math Skills
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC) (Fanuc, Bridgeport, Mazak, Haas, Okuma, Doosan, Kitamura, Makino, Dmg Mori Seiki)
• CNC Lathe (2-4 axis) (Mazak, Haas, Okuma, Doosan, Dmg Mori Seiki, Nakamura)
• Manual Vertical Mill (Bridgeport)
• Gear Machinery

Salary info:

$30 - $46 / hr