Toolmaker

Precision Associates Inc; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) matching plan

Generous PTO plan

Flexible benefits plan

Biannual profit sharing program

Job summary

A leading precision manufacturing company in Minneapolis is seeking an experienced tool maker. The role requires expertise in final fit and finish, hands-on assembly, and the ability to operate various manual and CNC machining equipment. Candidates must possess a technical background, with skills in reading CAD drawings and machining operations. Benefits include medical, dental, and a 401(k) matching plan, alongside a generous PTO and profit-sharing program.

Qualifications

• Ability to achieve micron-level perfection using manual tools.
• Capable of working directly from 2D/3D blueprints.
• Experience with tight tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Operate drill press for drilling, tapping, and chamfering.
• Perform in-process inspection and document results.
• Assemble and maintain molds according to specifications.

Skills

Hands-on assembly and refinement of tools

Final fit and finish experience

Manual machining operations

CNC Lathe / Mill operation

Reading and understanding CAD drawings

Teamwork

Education

Two years Technical College or Equivalent Experience

Tools

Master Cam

Excel

Word

CNC Machines

Job description

General Description: Looking for a tool maker with final fit and finish experience specializing in the high‑precision, hands‑on assembly and refinement of tools, dies, molds, and gauges. Capable of working with manual tools to achieve micron‑level perfection, ability to work directly from 2D/3D blueprints without needing step‑by‑step instructions.

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

• Drill press operations of drilling, tapping and chamfering
• Plate de‑burring and straightening (Up to 24" x 24" plates)
• Learning machine shop operations
• Operate manual machining centers (Bridgeport, Surface Grinder, DoAll Tool Grinder, etc.)
• Operate machine shop hand equipment (Drills, Surface and Hand Grinders, Cut Off Saw, etc.)
• Operate CNC Lathe / Mill
• Operate CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine)
• Use various measuring equipment (Micrometers, Calipers, Shadowgraph, etc.)
• Perform and document in‑process inspection
• Assemble molds
• Mold maintenance and repair
• Read and understand Cad Drawings
• Ability to work with very tight tolerances
• Lift and carry 5-25 pounds on a regular basis
• Work while standing for extended periods of time
• Regular and consistent attendance

Additional Duties & Responsibilities:

• Keep work area orderly
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Prerequisite Qualifications:

• Two (2) years Technical College or Equivalent Experience
• Machine shop skills or experience a plus
• Computer literate in Master Cam, Excel and Word
• Willing to learn new skills and attend schooling if required
• Work as a team member and follow established procedures in a new, well equipped, fast paced tool room
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet productivity expectations and deadlines
• Self‑Motivator
• Team Player

Benefits:

• Medical insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k) matching plan
• Basic Life insurance
• Voluntary Life insurance
• LTD/STD insurance
• Flexible benefits plan
• Vision insurance
• Generous PTO plan
• Employee savings account (interest paying)
• Holiday pay (8) – starts upon hire
• Benefits offered after one year of full‑time employment;
• Employee loan
• Biannual profit sharing program