TOOL MAKER TOOL ROOM

PRECI MANUFACTURING INC; Winooski (VT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A precision manufacturing company located in Vermont is looking for an experienced toolmaker. The successful candidate will be responsible for making precision tools using various materials and CNC machines. Applicants should have at least 3 years of toolmaking experience and a solid understanding of G-code programming. This position involves assembling tools, reading engineering drawings, and maintaining a clean work area following safety regulations. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of toolmaking experience is preferred.
• 3+ years of experience running manual and CNC lathes and mills.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and process sheets.
• Working knowledge of GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, fit, and repair tools.
• Use machinery to cut and shape tools.
• Follow engineering drawings for measurement.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Toolmaking

CNC machining

G-code programming

Precision measurement

Tools

CAD/CAM Software

Manual lathes

CNC lathes

Manual mills

CNC mills

Grinders

Job description

The toolmaker is responsible for making precision tools (such as jigs, moulds and dies), special guides and holding devices. They will work with a variety of materials including steels, aluminum, high temp alloys and plastics. A toolmaker’s job will also involve using computer numerically controlled (CNC) machines, so understanding of g-code programming is necessary.

Typical tasks include:

• Assembling, fitting and repairing tools
• Following engineering drawings to measure and mark out the design for the tool
• Using machinery such as manual and CNC lathes, manual and CNC mills, presses, and grinders to cut and shape the tools
• Using 2D and 3D computer aided design and manufacturing software (CAD/CAM)
• Using precision measurement instruments such as calipers, micrometers, microhite, etc.
• Assisting with tool maintenance
• Schedule workflows in tool room
• Support engineering staff in the design of tools and dies
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and organized fashion that follows all required safety policies and regulations

Requirements

Qualifications:

• 3+ years toolmaking experience is preferred
• 3+ years running manual and CNC lathes and mills
• Ability to read drawings and process sheets
• Working knowledge of GD&T