What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machinist - Tool Maker position at Precipart?
Precipart. located in Farmingdale, NY, is looking to hire a Toolmaker - Machinist to join our New Product Introductions (NPI) team. As a Toolmaker - Machinist in NPI you will be responsible for the design, fabrication, and repair of tools used in manufacturing equipment producing custom, precision components, fixtures, and jigs. Additionally, the Toolmaker - Machinist will collaborate with the engineering team to develop prototypes of these NPI components. We're looking for a Tool Maker - Machinist with extensive experience in toolmaking, CNC and manual machining, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work with tight tolerance parts and tooling. In addition, experience setting up and operating a Wire EDM machine is a plus.
Essential Functions
What We’ll Offer You In Return
Precipart engineers, designs and manufactures high precision custom solutions for the world’s leading companies in the Medical, Aerospace and Industrial markets. We act as a partner across your entire manufacturing process by engineering precision gears, mechanical components, assemblies and motion control solutions, as well as delivering end-to-end capabilities and more. With offices in Switzerland, the U.S. and U.K, we are here to help you “engineer possible”.
Essential Functions
- Tool Maker - Machinist will 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)
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 8 years of experience as a Tool Maker - Machinist 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.
- Technical certification or associate degree in toolmaking, machining, or a related field is preferred
- SolidWorks a plus
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
Precipart engineers, designs and manufactures high precision custom solutions for the world’s leading companies in the Medical, Aerospace and Industrial markets. We act as a partner across your entire manufacturing process by engineering precision gears, mechanical components, assemblies and motion control solutions, as well as delivering end-to-end capabilities and more. With offices in Switzerland, the U.S. and U.K, we are here to help you “engineer possible”.
Salary : $30 - $46