Job Description
Job Description
Industry Sector
Precision manufacturing — industrial tooling and metal fabrication supporting aerospace, automotive, and industrial OEMs. This on-site role sits within a high-volume, quality-driven production environment focused on producing, maintaining, and repairing precision tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures for production lines.
Position: Toolmaker (Tool Die Maker) — On-site, United States
Role Responsibilities
- Manufacture, assemble, and repair production tooling and dies from prints, sketches, and verbal instructions using manual and CNC equipment.
- Operate CNC mills/lathes, EDM (wire sinker), grinders, and toolroom equipment to achieve specified tolerances and finish requirements.
- Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD T to set up work, select tooling, and verify dimensions throughout the build process.
- Perform precision inspection using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, indicators, and CMM data to ensure parts meet QA standards; document inspection results.
- Build and adjust jigs, fixtures, and guide plates; collaborate with production and engineering to troubleshoot stamping, injection molding, or machining issues.
- Maintain tooling inventory, perform preventive maintenance, and recommend repair or rework to minimize downtime and extend tool life.
Skills Qualifications
Must-Have
- 3+ years hands-on toolmaking, tool die, or precision machining experience in a production/toolroom environment.
- Proven ability with manual machining and at least one of: CNC milling/turning or EDM operation.
- Strong blueprint reading skills and working knowledge of GD T.
- Skill with precision measuring instruments (micrometer, caliper, height gauge, dial indicator); basic CMM interaction preferred.
- Practical experience building/repairing jigs, fixtures, dies, or molds and performing root-cause troubleshooting on tooling issues.
- Reliable on-site availability, strong safety mindset, and commitment to quality and documentation.
Preferred
- Formal apprenticeship, trade school certificate, or technical degree in Tool Die/Precision Machining.
- Experience with CAM/CAD software for simple program review or modification.
- Familiarity with CMM programming, preventive maintenance scheduling, and lean/manufacturing continuous improvement practices.
Benefits Culture Highlights
- Stable, on-site manufacturing role with opportunities for skills growth and cross-training across toolroom disciplines.
- Safety-first culture, structured shift schedules, and hands-on collaboration with engineering and production teams.
- Competitive pay range (commensurate with experience), potential overtime, and apprenticeship/skill-up programs where available.
To apply: Candidates in the United States with strong precision machining and toolmaking experience are encouraged to apply. This role is fully on-site and ideal for technicians who take pride in accuracy, durability, and production readiness of critical tooling. Recruitment facilitated by Thomas Talent Network on behalf of a leading precision manufacturing client.