Tooling Technician

100Hires, Inc.; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 85,411,000 - 96,432,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K plan

Paid leave

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a Tooling Technician in Kinston, NC to maintain, repair, calibrate, and improve tooling used in aerostructure production. You will troubleshoot issues, support root cause analysis, and collaborate with engineering and vendors to develop effective solutions.

The role emphasizes precision machining, GD&T, and safety standards in a fast-paced aviation manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or WorkKeys completed.
• 3+ years of aerospace tooling or precision machining experience.
• Experience reading GD&T blueprints.
• Experience with precision tooling, jigs, molds, or fixtures.
• Experience with laser trackers, overhead gantry cranes, and hydraulic systems.
• Proficient with hand and power tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English.
• Knowledge of safety and quality requirements incl. FOD and clean-as-you-go.

Responsibilities

• Dismantle, move, assemble, install, and repair industrial machinery and equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, drawings, specifications, and verbal instructions.
• Maintain, repair, and support the calibration of precision jigs, molds, fixtures, and tooling used in aerostructure manufacturing.
• Repair and build lay-up tools used in the production environment.
• Dismantle machinery and equipment using hand tools such as hammers, wrenches, and crowbars.
• Move machinery and equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers, trucks, and overhead gantry cranes, as appropriate.
• Assemble and install equipment such as conveyors and tram rails using hand and power tools.
• Construct foundations, align machinery, and perform scheduled inspections and maintenance.
• Set up and operate machine tools and fabrication machinery to rework existing parts or manufacture new components.
• Perform root cause analysis to support reliability and continuous improvement efforts.
• Collaborate with vendors, engineering, team leaders, customers, other skilled trades, and management to troubleshoot equipment issues and develop corrective actions.
• Perform routine minor machine and tooling maintenance, including changing filters, maintaining lubrication and coolant levels, and completing other basic preventive maintenance tasks.
• Follow established safety, quality, FOD, clean-as-you-go, and OSHA practices throughout all work activities.
• Accurately document work and retrieve technical information using applicable computer systems.

Skills

GD&T

Hydraulic systems

Aerospace tooling

Blueprint reading

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Tooling

Teamwork

English communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED or WorkKeys

Tools

Laser trackers

Overhead gantry cranes

Hand and power tools

Calibration equipment

Job description

Tooling Technician | Build, Repair & Perfect the Tools Behind Modern AviationLocation: Kinston, NC 28504 | On-siteJob Type: Full-Time, ContractSchedule: Monday–FridayPay Rate: $32.14/hourPDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation industry to find an experienced Tooling Technician ready to put their precision, mechanical expertise, and problem-solving skills to work.In this hands-on role, you'll maintain, repair, calibrate, and improve the specialized tooling that supports advanced aerostructure production. From precision jigs and molds to fixtures and lay-up tools, your work will directly contribute to the quality, accuracy, and reliability of aircraft manufacturing operations.Your ImpactAs a Tooling Technician, you'll help ensure critical manufacturing tools and equipment remain accurate, reliable, and ready for production.You'll troubleshoot tooling issues, perform repairs and preventive maintenance, support root cause analysis, and collaborate with engineering, vendors, leadership, and other technical teams to develop effective solutions.If you enjoy working with your hands, solving complex mechanical problems, and seeing the direct impact of your craftsmanship, this is an opportunity to bring those skills into the aviation industry.What You'll DoYour day-to-day responsibilities will include:Dismantle, move, assemble, install, and repair industrial machinery and equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, drawings, specifications, and verbal instructions.Maintain, repair, and support the calibration of precision jigs, molds, fixtures, and tooling used in aerostructure manufacturing.Rework and maintain tools made from a variety of materials.Repair and build lay-up tools used in the production environment.Dismantle machinery and equipment using hand tools such as hammers, wrenches, and crowbars.Move machinery and equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers, trucks, and overhead gantry cranes, as appropriate.Assemble and install equipment such as conveyors and tram rails using hand and power tools.Construct foundations, align machinery, and perform scheduled inspections and maintenance.Set up and operate machine tools and fabrication machinery to rework existing parts or manufacture new components.Perform root cause analysis to support reliability and continuous improvement efforts.Collaborate with vendors, engineering, team leaders, customers, other skilled trades, and management to troubleshoot equipment issues and develop corrective actions.Perform routine minor machine and tooling maintenance, including changing filters, maintaining lubrication and coolant levels, and completing other basic preventive maintenance tasks.Follow established safety, quality, FOD, clean-as-you-go, and OSHA practices throughout all work activities.Accurately document work and retrieve technical information using applicable computer systems.Required QualificationsWe're looking for candidates who bring:High School Diploma/GED or WorkKeys Assessment completion3+ years of aerospace tooling or precision machining experienceExperience working with and interpreting GD&T blueprintsExperience with precision tooling, jigs, molds, or fixturesExperience with laser trackers, overhead gantry cranes, and hydraulic systemsBasic proficiency with a variety of hand and power toolsAbility to read and work from blueprints, layouts, drawings, and technical instructionsKnowledge of workplace safety and quality requirements, including FOD and clean-as-you-go practicesStrong written and verbal communication skills in EnglishAbility to clearly communicate complex technical issuesEffective interpersonal and collaboration skillsAbility to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive informationAbility to meet applicable U.S. person/ITAR requirementsCandidates must also be able to successfully complete required post-recruitment training, including:Health & SafetyGeneral Aircraft FamiliarizationQuality TrainingPreferred QualificationsYou'll stand out if you also have:Vocational or technical school training related to industrial machinery, tooling, machining, or equipment maintenancePrevious employer-provided training in the dismantling, moving, installation, and repair of industrial machinery and equipmentStrong experience repairing or fabricating aerospace toolingExperience using computerized systems to enter, generate, and retrieve technical informationWorking knowledge of SAP and Microsoft ExcelExperience supporting tooling reliability, root cause analysis, and corrective action initiativesWhy Join Us?At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect talented technical professionals with opportunities to contribute their skills to innovative industries and challenging projects.Here's what makes this opportunity stand out:Your craftsmanship matters.The tools you maintain and repair help determine the precision and quality of the components being manufactured. Your work has a direct connection to the production floor.Work in the aviation industry.Apply your tooling and machining expertise in an advanced manufacturing environment supporting sophisticated aerostructure production.Put your problem-solving skills to work.You'll do more than routine maintenance. You'll troubleshoot issues, support root cause analysis, collaborate with technical teams, and help develop lasting solutions.Expand your technical expertise.Gain additional hands-on experience with precision tooling, GD&T, laser tracking, hydraulic systems, fabrication equipment, machinery, and aerospace manufacturing processes.Join a culture focused on teamwork and quality.Work alongside skilled professionals who value safety, precision, collaboration, accountability, and getting the job done right.Access competitive benefits.Eligible PDS Tech Commercial employees may have access to benefits and resources based on applicable eligibility requirements and plan terms.Ready to Put Your Precision Skills to Work?If you're an experienced tooling or precision machining professional who takes pride in building it right, fixing it right, and keeping production moving, we want to hear from you.Apply today with PDS Tech Commercial and bring your tooling expertise to an exciting opportunity supporting the aviation industry in Kinston, NC.**This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license. **Pay Details: $32.14 per hourBenefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledMilitary connected talent encouraged to applyTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.pdstech.com/candidate-privacyThe Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:The California Fair Chance ActLos Angeles City Fair Chance OrdinanceLos Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for EmployersSan Francisco Fair Chance OrdinanceMassachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.You should be proficient in:GD&THydraulic Systems & ComponentsAerospace ManufacturingBlueprint ReadingMicrosoft ExcelSAPToolingPrecision Machining