Tool Room Machinist - 2nd Shift

ADDMAN; Wright City (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

ADDMAN in Missouri is seeking an experienced toolroom machinist to support precision manufacturing. You will read blueprints, set up and operate CNC mills and lathes, and program with Mastercam to optimize tooling and fixtures.

The role emphasizes maintaining tight tolerances, contributing to 5S, and collaborating with Engineering, Quality and Production to improve processes. Candidates should have strong measurement skills and a safety-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• Previous toolroom machining experience required.
• Experience programming CNC equipment using Mastercam required.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T.
• Experience with precision measurement equipment and tight tolerances.
• Aerospace, defense, or other precision manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reads and interprets blueprints, CAD models, GD&T, specs and work instructions.
• Uses Mastercam to create, modify, troubleshoot, and optimize CNC programs for tooling, fixtures, prototypes, and production components.
• Sets up and operates CNC mills, lathes, 3-axis and 5-axis machines, and related toolroom equipment.
• Performs machine prove-outs and trial runs to verify programs and fixture functionality.
• Troubleshoots machining, programming, tooling, fixture, and workholding issues.
• Collaborates with Engineering, Quality, Production and Programming to improve machining processes.
• Identifies opportunities to reduce setup and cycle time and improve tooling/fixture design.
• Maintains precision measurement equipment and verifies conformance to specifications.

Skills

Mastercam programming

CNC milling/turning

Reading drawings

Setup & troubleshooting

Tolerance control

Lean/5S

Tools

Mastercam

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Dial indicators

Gage pins

Job description

• Maintains a safety-first approach and follows all required PPE, machine safety, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, engineering drawings, CAD models, GD&T, specifications, and work instructions.
• Uses Mastercam to create, modify, troubleshoot, and optimize CNC programs for tooling, fixtures, prototypes, and production components.
• Designs, develops, machines, modifies, and repairs fixtures, jigs, workholding, tooling, and other manufacturing aids.
• Sets up and operates CNC mills, lathes, 3-axis and 5-axis machines, as well as applicable manual toolroom equipment.
• Determines appropriate machining methods, tooling, workholding, speeds, feeds, cutting parameters, and sequence of operations.
• Performs machine prove-outs and trial runs to verify programs, setups, fixture functionality, and dimensional accuracy.
• Troubleshoots machining, programming, tooling, fixture, and workholding issues and makes necessary adjustments.
• Works closely with Engineering, Quality, Production, and Programming to resolve manufacturing challenges and improve machining processes.
• Identifies opportunities to reduce setup and cycle time, improve tooling and fixture design, and increase manufacturing efficiency.
• Uses precision measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, gauge pins, height gauges, dial indicators, and other inspection tools to verify conformance to specifications.
• Produces precision components and tooling while maintaining required tolerances, quality standards, and documentation.
• Adheres to AS9100, ISO 9000, internal Quality Management System requirements, and established manufacturing procedures.
• May provide technical guidance or training to other machinists regarding setups, tooling, fixtures, programming, and machining methods.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and FOD-free work area and actively participates in 5S efforts.
• Follows all Company policies and performs other duties as assigned.

Description

• Maintains a safety-first approach and follows all required PPE, machine safety, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, engineering drawings, CAD models, GD&T, specifications, and work instructions.
• Uses Mastercam to create, modify, troubleshoot, and optimize CNC programs for tooling, fixtures, prototypes, and production components.
• Designs, develops, machines, modifies, and repairs fixtures, jigs, workholding, tooling, and other manufacturing aids.
• Sets up and operates CNC mills, lathes, 3-axis and 5-axis machines, as well as applicable manual toolroom equipment.
• Determines appropriate machining methods, tooling, workholding, speeds, feeds, cutting parameters, and sequence of operations.
• Performs machine prove-outs and trial runs to verify programs, setups, fixture functionality, and dimensional accuracy.
• Troubleshoots machining, programming, tooling, fixture, and workholding issues and makes necessary adjustments.
• Works closely with Engineering, Quality, Production, and Programming to resolve manufacturing challenges and improve machining processes.
• Identifies opportunities to reduce setup and cycle time, improve tooling and fixture design, and increase manufacturing efficiency.
• Uses precision measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, gauge pins, height gauges, dial indicators, and other inspection tools to verify conformance to specifications.
• Produces precision components and tooling while maintaining required tolerances, quality standards, and documentation.
• Adheres to AS9100, ISO 9000, internal Quality Management System requirements, and established manufacturing procedures.
• May provide technical guidance or training to other machinists regarding setups, tooling, fixtures, programming, and machining methods.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and FOD-free work area and actively participates in 5S efforts.
• Follows all Company policies and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Previous toolroom machining experience required.
• Experience programming CNC equipment using Mastercam required.
• Experience designing and manufacturing machining fixtures, workholding, jigs, and tooling required.
• Strong CNC machining, setup, programming, and troubleshooting experience.
• Experience operating manual machining equipment.
• Strong knowledge of machining processes, cutting tools, feeds and speeds, tooling selection, and workholding methods.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T, and CAD models.
• Experience with precision measurement equipment and tight-tolerance machining.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to independently take a tooling or fixture requirement from concept through programming, machining, prove-out, and implementation.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while effectively collaborating across departments.
• Aerospace, defense, or other precision manufacturing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement principles preferred.
• Eligible to work in the United States at an ITAR facility without company sponsorship.

Salary Description

$32+ depending on experience