Toolmaker II / III

Ftc USA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ftc USA is seeking a qualified tool/die maker for their production team in North Hollywood, CA. The successful candidate will be involved in producing fasteners for the aerospace sector, requiring proficiency in various machine operations and a strong understanding of tool design and function. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to high-precision manufacturing in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Proficient in producing tooling from materials including carbide and steel.
• Experienced in light maintenance of machines.

Responsibilities

• Produce fasteners for the aerospace industry.
• Work independently on machining operations.

Skills

Proficient at producing heading dies/tooling

Strong knowledge of measuring instruments

Experienced using hand tools

Ability to diagnose and correct problems

Knowledge of shop math

Fluent in working to engineering drawings

Job description

We are searching for a qualified, experienced tool/die maker to join our team in the production of Fasteners for the aerospace industry.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Proficient at producing heading dies/tooling such as hammers, up-sets and quills from materials including carbide and steel. Die configurations include straight hole, flush head and extrusion. Close tolerance work such as honing and lapping required.

Strong knowledge of measuring instruments including dial indicators, hole gages, optical comparator, depth gages and micrometers.

Experienced using hand tools, bench grinder and a variety of secondary machines.

Ability to diagnose and correct problems associated with complex heading operations due to die function and can improvise specialized tooling.

Perform light maintenance of machines in tool room.

Knowledge of shop math and familiar with shop practices and terminology.

Fluent in working to engineering drawings, informal heading sketches or verbal instructions.

Work independently to perform machining operations on a lathe with subsidiary work done on tool and cutter grinders, and honing/lapping machines.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Posted Date31 May 2025

LocationNorth Hollywood
CA /United States

IndustryProcurement, Manufacturing & Transport