Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Design, fabricate, and repair high-precision tools, jigs, and fixtures for CNC machinery, ensuring they meet specifications for custom, precision components.

• Utilize CAD/CAM software to develop detailed tool designs and generate CNC programs for tool and NPI fabrication and repair.
• Conduct regular maintenance and repair of tools to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to design and fabricate prototypes of custom precision components.
• Participate in the development process, providing feedback and suggestions to improve design and manufacturability.
• Program, set up, and operate CNC lathes and milling machines (VMC), as well as Wire EDM as needed.
• Set up and operate manual lathes and milling machines, including grinding machines and other toolroom equipment.
• Adjust machine settings to maintain quality and efficiency in the production process.
• Inspect and measure finished components to ensure they meet stringent quality standards and tolerances.
• Document and maintain records of quality inspections and tool performance.
• Work with engineering and production teams to identify opportunities for process improvements and tool enhancements.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Responsible for conforming with the company’s quality management system requirements, as well as contributing to its overall effectiveness, and the ultimate goals of customer satisfaction, product compliance and ethical practices/behavior. (Must be included on all job descriptions)

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE / SKILLS / EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 8+ years of experience as a toolmaker working on CNC/manual mills, lathes and other toolroom machines used to fabricate precision, custom components with tolerance of +/-.0002

• Wire EDM set up and operating experience for one of the positions

• Be able to program, setup and machine prototype (NPI) and short run parts from engineering blueprints

• Expertise in designing, fabricating, and repairing high-precision tools, jigs, and fixtures

• Proficiency in CAD/CAM design and programming using Mastercam

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints

• Knowledge of mathematical calculations

• Knowledge of safety protocols, practices, and regulations to maintain a safe working environment.

• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality

• Good problem solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills

• Strong organization and time management skills with the ability to prioritize competing tasks

• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate, verbally and written, effectively with team members and cross-functionally

• Values treating people well, has an empathetic approach and mindset, is ambitious and strives for personal and collective excellence, supports diversity and inclusion, and has a positive outlook and attitude.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE / SKILLS / EDUCATION

• Technical certification or associate degree in toolmaking, machining, or a related field is preferred
• SolidWorks a plus

**Pay Range: **$30.00 to $46.00 an hour

What We’ll Offer You in Return:- Base salary plus incentive program

• Paid time off (TOB, holidays, parental leave)

• Employee Referral Bonus

• Medical, dental, vision insurance

• Flexible Spending Account

• Health Savings Plan

• Life insurance, enhanced short term and long-term disability insurance and other voluntary insurance plans

• 401k Profit sharing plan

• Tuition Assistance

• National Employee Assistance Program

• 529 College Savings Program

• Professional development and training

• Clean and organized workspace and manufacturing facilities

• Company events and outings

• Stable organization with opportunities for future growth within the company

About Precipart:

You should be proficient in:

• GD&T
• CNC Tooling
• Troubleshooting Skills
• ISO 13485
• CNC Programming
• G-Code
• ISO 9001 Certification Experience
• Manual Machining Skills
• CAD/CAM Software
• Tool/Die/Mold Setup Experience
• Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC) (Fanuc, Haas, Kitamura, Mazak, Okuma, Dmg Mori Seiki, Doosan)
• EDM Machine (Wire) (Mitsubishi, Fanuc, Makino)
• Manual Grinder (Cin-Milacron)
• Manual Lathe
• CNC Lathe (2-4 axis) (Mazak, Haas, Okuma, Doosan, Dmg Mori Seiki, Nakamura)
• Manual Vertical Mill (Bridgeport)