Toolmaker I - 2nd Shift

Gulfstream Aerospace; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace in Savannah, GA is seeking a Toolmaker I for the second shift to lay out and construct tooling from design drawings to meet deadlines and quality standards.

You will operate tool shop machinery, read blueprints, perform material calculations, and inspect tooling. Requires High School diploma or GED, 1 year shop experience, and ability to lift 50 lbs; forklift experience a plus. Gulfstream fosters safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year machine shop experience or training.
• Valid Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate tool shop machinery and equipment to fabricate and assemble tooling.
• Perform calculations of material needs and other requirements.
• Set up and use precision measuring tools; check own work against specs.
• Assist with tool prove out on new and reworked tooling.
• Repair and maintain tooling fixtures, scaffolding, dollies, hoists and test equipment.
• Conduct visual and periodic inspections and proof loads on tooling.
• Comply with safety regulations and keep a neat workspace; operate cart and forklift.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Welding skills

Reading blueprints

Shop math

Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing

Manual lifting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Education And Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. 1 year machine shop experience and/or machine shop training at a Vocational Technical School. Valid Driver's License required.

Toolmaker I - 2nd Shift in GAC Savannah

Unique Skills

Welding skills.

Education And Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. 1 year machine shop experience and/or machine shop training at a Vocational Technical School. Valid Driver's License required.

Position Purpose

Under close supervision, lay out and construct tools from Tool Design, Engineering drawings and/or hand sketches to meet scheduled deadlines and quality standards.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions

• With the assistance of other Toolmakers, set up and operate tool shop machinery and equipment to fabricate and assemble quality tooling .
• Perform simple calculations of material needs and other requirements .
• Set up and utilize precision measuring tools; check own work for conformance to specifications .
• Assist with tool prove out on new and reworked detail tooling .
• Responsible for the repair and maintenance of tooling fixtures, scaffolding, dollies, hoists and test equipment .
• Responsible for conducting visual and periodic inspections and proof loads on tooling .

Additional Functions

• Comply with all safety regulations and maintain a neat and orderly work area .
• Operate cart and forklift .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements

• Must have a good understanding and ability to apply shop math. Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Must have a good understanding of Geometric Dimensional Tolerancing.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 231245
Category: Operations
Percentage of Travel: None
Shift: Second
Employment Type: Full-time
Posting End Date: 07/17/2026
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.
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