Toolmaker

New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc; Laconia (NH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc. is seeking a skilled machinist with CNC turning and milling expertise to work on prototypes and short-run jobs. The role requires reading drawings and process sheets, set-up and sharpening tooling, and maintaining quality through precision measurement.

Candidates should have a HS Diploma or GED and at least 2 years of tool making experience in manufacturing. Able to lift up to 40 lbs and work in a dynamic team environment in Laconia, NH.

Qualifications

• Drawings, process sheets, and verbal instructions are used daily.
• Prototype work and short-run machining; sharpening drills/endmills.
• Adapt fixtures and tooling for short runs; perform limited surface grinding as directed.

Responsibilities

• Devise methods for machining parts, prototypes, and short runs.
• Work from drawings, process sheets, and verbal instructions.
• Perform prototype work, difficult machining operations, and short runs; drill/endmill sharpening and tooling issuance.
• Draw, sketch, construct, alter, repair, and test tools; diagnose problems.
• Adapt fixtures and tooling for special and short-run jobs; perform internal/external/surface grinding per instructions.
• Use precision measuring instruments; move materials; report faults to supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, orderly work area and equipment.
• Follow safety practices and maintain machinery safety features.
• Perform other duties as required; CNC turning and milling expertise is required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Independent work

Effective communication

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description:

• Perform duties to devise methods for machining parts, prototypes, and short run jobs.
• Work from drawings, process sheets, table charts, and verbal instructions.
• Perform prototype work, difficult machining operations, and short runs. Other duties will involve Drill and Endmill sharpening as well as issuing tooling.
• Draw, sketch, construct, alter, repair, make tool tryouts, diagnose and correct problems.
• Adapt cam, jury rig fixture, or tooling to handle special and short run jobs. Perform diversified, internal, external, surface grinding operations on prototype, short run, and the like following standard practice or special instructions.
• Use precision measuring instruments and equipment of the trade. Move materials as necessary in the performance of duties. Detect, report improper operation, faulty equipment, defective materials and unusual conditions to supervisor or maintenance personnel.
• Maintain work area and equipment in clean and orderly condition.
• Follow all safety practices; maintain safety features on all machinery.
• Perform other job related duties as required or directed.
• This position will require expertise in CNC turning and milling.

Job Skills & Abilities:

• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to work independently, or as a part of a team with internal and external partners
• Communicates effectively with written, oral, and verbal direction

Education and Experience:

• HS Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 years tool making experience at a manufacturing company or closely related industry preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, grabbing, twisting, carrying, pushing and pulling
• Must be able to lift up to 40lbs.

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have asylum or refugee status in the U.S.

New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc. (NHBB) is a leading manufacturer of precision bearings and complex bearing assemblies for the aerospace, defense, medical, dental, and high technology markets. Founded in Peterborough, NH in 1946, our almost 8 decades of success are rooted in our commitment to the safety, health and wellness of our employees, and partnerships with our customers, suppliers and the communities that surround us.