Toolmaker: Precision Machining & Die Repair Pro

ATW Companies; Boyertown (Berks County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ATW Companies in Berks County is seeking a skilled Toolmaker to join our manufacturing team. You will set up, operate, and maintain machine tools to fabricate and repair tools, dies, and parts, reading engineering drawings and ensuring safety and quality.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with lathes, milling machines, grinders, and heat treatment, plus technical schooling. A high school diploma or GED is required; technical training is preferred to support precise production.

Qualifications

• Experience in toolmaking and operating machine tools such as lathes and grinders.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Background in safety and quality standards.
• Technical or vocational training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain machine tools (lathes, milling machines, shapers, grinders) to meet specs.
• Repair and maintain press tools and dies.
• Perform routine tool servicing and regrinding.
• Read blueprints and specifications to determine material and machine requirements.
• Set up machines and ensure parts meet specifications.
• Perform heat treatment on tools and parts as needed.
• Grind carbide tooling and operate centerless grinding equipment.
• Maintain safety and quality standards and promote teamwork.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Toolmaking

Machining

Reading engineering drawings

Tool repair

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school degree or equivalent preferred

Tools

Lathes

Milling machines

Shapers

Grinders

Centerless grinding equipment

Job description

ATW Companies in Berks County is seeking a skilled Toolmaker to join our manufacturing team. You will set up, operate, and maintain machine tools to fabricate and repair tools, dies, and parts, reading engineering drawings and ensuring safety and quality.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with lathes, milling machines, grinders, and heat treatment, plus technical schooling. A high school diploma or GED is required; technical training is preferred to support precise production.