Toolmaker

Grass America Inc.; Kernersville (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Grass America Inc. in Kernersville, NC is seeking an experienced Toolmaker to build, repair, modify, and maintain precision tooling, dies, molds, fixtures, and gauges.

You will interpret engineering drawings and CAD data, set up machine shop equipment, and produce components to tight tolerances. Candidates should have a minimum of five years in a Toolmaker role or related trades, with proficiency in manual and CNC machines, GD&T, and precision measurement.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years as Toolmaker, Tool & Die Maker, Precision Machinist, or related skilled trades.
• Experience reading complex drawings, blueprints, and GD&T.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering documentation.

Responsibilities

• Build, repair, modify, and maintain precision tooling, dies, molds, fixtures, jigs, and gauges.
• Interpret drawings, CAD models, and specifications to manufacture tooling components.
• Set up machine shop equipment to fabricate tooling parts.
• Perform precision measurements and inspections to verify tolerance.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues and implement corrective actions.
• Support tooling design improvements with Engineering and Manufacturing teams.
• Maintain tooling records and maintenance documentation.

Skills

Toolmaking

Machining

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Toolmaker apprenticeship

Tools

CNC machines

Lathe

Milling machines

Grinders

EDM equipment

Job description

• Completion of a Toolmaker apprenticeship, Tool & Die program, Precision Machining program, or equivalent technical training preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Toolmaker, Tool & Die Maker, Precision Machinist, or related skilled trades position.
• Demonstrated experience operating manual and CNC machine tools.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of toolmaking, machining, fabrication, fitting, and assembly techniques.
• Proficiencyoperating lathes, milling machines, grinders, EDM equipment, drill presses, CNC machines, and other machine shop equipment.
• Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), blueprint reading, and precision measurement practices.
• Ability to manufacture tooling components to precise tolerances.
• Expertiseusing precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gauges, bore gauges, and related instruments.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of tooling materials, heat treatment processes, metallurgy, and machining principles.
• Ability to plan and execute complex tooling projects with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Build, repair,modify, andmaintainprecision tooling, dies, molds, fixtures, jigs, gauges, and related manufacturing equipment.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, CAD models, and technical documentation to manufacture tooling components.
• Set up andoperatemachine shop equipment to fabricate tooling and replacement parts.
• Perform precision measurements and inspections to verify componentsmeetengineering specifications and tolerance requirements.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues and develop corrective solutions to improve performance and reliability.
• Support new product development, prototype builds, tooling validation, and production launch activities.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to improve tooling designs and manufacturability.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and tooling refurbishment activities to maximize asset life.
• Maintain tooling records, maintenance documentation, and inventory information.
• Assistwith root cause investigations involving tooling failures, quality concerns, and production issues.
• Recommend tooling improvements that enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, quality standards, and environmental requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe machine shop and work environment.
• Support training and mentoring of apprentices, technicians, and less experienced personnel as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of manufacturing and organizationalobjectives.

Physical Demands

• The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand or sit frequently.
• Must use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• The employee is frequently required to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, reach or crawl.
• The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance on a platform.
• The employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and vibration.
• Exposed to extreme heat (non-weather).
• Occasionally exposed to work in elevated areas.
• Machinery operations require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to; eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, and proper dress and safety shoes.
• Exposed to loud (metal manufacturing) noise levels.

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