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Tool & Die Maker

PacAero
Shawnee, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 9/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/22/2026
Description

JOB POSTING: Tool & Die Maker

Job Details

Legacy Technologies LLC dba PacAero – Mission is a precision manufacturer specializing in hermetic sealing technologies serving aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial markets. We are committed to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement while providing a collaborative team environment where employees can make an impact.

PacAero - Mission is seeking an experienced Tool & Die Maker to build, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair tooling used in our precision manufacturing operations. This position plays a critical role in supporting production through the development and maintenance of high-quality tooling, dies, fixtures, and precision components.

Key Responsibilities

  • Build, repair, and maintain tooling, dies, fixtures, and precision components.
  • Perform manual machining operations including milling, turning, and grinding.
  • Troubleshoot tooling issues that affect production, quality, or uptime.
  • Modify tooling to improve performance and longevity.
  • Support press setup and die adjustments as needed.
  • Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
  • Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams.
  • Support continuous improvement efforts in the machine shop.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Required

  • Experience as a Tool & Die Maker or in a similar tooling role.
  • Strong manual machining skills.
  • Ability to read technical drawings and blueprints.
  • Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving ability.
  • Experience working to tight tolerances.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Values must align with established team culture and contribute to team camaraderie.

Preferred

  • Progressive die experience.
  • Multi-stage deep drawing experience.
  • CNC experience.
  • Experience in high-precision manufacturing.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to stand for long periods in a manufacturing environment.
  • Availability for overtime as needed.

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a quality-conscious manufacturing team.
  • Work in a hands-on role with meaningful impact on production.
  • Support continuous improvement and problem-solving in a precision environment.

Compensation Transparency

The compensation range listed for this position reflects PacAero's good-faith estimate of the expected pay for the role at the time of posting. Actual compensation offered may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, qualifications, education, certifications, training, geographic location, and internal equity considerations.

PacAero is committed to maintaining fair, equitable, and competitive compensation practices. All compensation decisions are based on legitimate business and job-related factors and are made in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Benefits

PacAero offers a competitive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Accounts (HSA); Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA); 401(k) retirement savings plan; life and disability insurance; paid time off; paid sick time; and paid holidays. Eligibility and coverage are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable benefit plans.

Equal Employment Opportunity

PacAero is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a workplace built on respect, inclusion, and equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation

PacAero is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. Applicants requiring accommodation should contact Human Resources to discuss available options.

Export Control Requirements

This position may be subject to U.S. export control regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employment may be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access export-controlled information in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.

E-Verify

PacAero participates in E-Verify. As part of the hiring process, employment eligibility will be verified through the federal E-Verify program and completion of Form I-9, as required by law.

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