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Tool Maker

The Lee Company
Westbrook, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 11/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/2/2027

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma, GED, or trade school education.
  • Proficiency in the use of computerized machine controls, weight scales, comparators, microscope, precision measurement instruments, hand tools, and specialized trade tools.
  • Use of computers to perform data entry and document production.
  • Mechanical aptitude and use of significant mathematical skills.
  • Must be able to proofread documents, read blueprints, train others, complete production paperwork.
  • Experience constructing mechanical components to engineering specifications and instructions.

Responsibilities:

  • Work from complex blueprints and drawings to meet specifications, work assignments and/or verbal instructions which involve a wide range of machining and assembly operations.
  • Perform complicated CNC and manual machining sequences requiring unusual and difficult set-ups and methods to maintain close tolerances and fits with the understanding and implementation of G/M code programming.
  • Construct fixtures, product prototypes, and cutting tools to meet job requirements.
  • Program, set up and operate machines such as CNC and manual lathes, milling machines, surface grinders, I.D./O.D. grinders, jig bores, honing machines, and electrical discharge machines.
  • Construct mechanical components to engineering specifications and instructions, producing workable parts, units, or models. Work with engineering personnel to suggest re-design of parts or to clarify actual working requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $42.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

  • Tool/Model Making: 5 years (Required)

Shift availability:

  • Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Westbrook, CT 06498 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Westbrook, CT 06498: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off

Salary : $35 - $42

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