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Toolmaker – CNC Milling, Manual Grinding & Fixture Building
Company: Twin City EDM
Department: Tooling / Manufacturing
Job Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Manufacturing Manager / Tooling Supervisor
Position Summary
Twin City EDM is seeking an experienced Toolmaker to support our precision manufacturing operations. This position is responsible for building, modifying, repairing, and maintaining precision tooling, fixtures, and components used in the production of complex, close-tolerance parts.
The ideal candidate will have experience with Haas CNC mills, manual grinding, fixture building, precision measurement, blueprint reading, and general toolmaking practices. Experience in an EDM manufacturing environment is highly valued.
This position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
Essential Responsibilities
- Build, modify, repair, and maintain precision tooling and fixtures.
- Set up and operate CNC milling machines.
- Perform manual machining and grinding operations as required.
- Build and modify production fixtures to support manufacturing requirements.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
- Work with tight tolerances and maintain dimensional accuracy.
- Select appropriate cutting tools, workholding methods, speeds, and feeds.
- Perform basic CNC programming and make program adjustments when necessary.
- Set up jobs and verify tooling, offsets, and machine conditions.
- Use precision inspection equipment to verify finished components.
- Perform in-process and final inspections of tooling and fixtures.
- Troubleshoot tooling and fixture issues and make necessary corrections.
- Work closely with machinists, EDM operators, engineers, and supervisors.
- Assist with improving existing tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing processes.
- Maintain an organized and safe work area.
- Follow company safety procedures, work instructions, and quality requirements.
- Complete job travelers, inspection documentation, and other required production records.
- Perform other duties related to toolmaking and precision manufacturing as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Toolmaker, Tool & Die Maker, Machinist, or similar precision manufacturing position.
- Experience operating CNC milling machines.
- Experience with manual grinding.
- Experience building and modifying fixtures.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
- Strong understanding of machining practices and cutting tools.
- Ability to use precision measuring equipment.
- Strong attention to detail and quality.
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
- Ability to troubleshoot machining and tooling problems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in an EDM manufacturing environment.
- Experience with Wire EDM or Sinker EDM.
- CNC programming experience.
- Experience with manual mills and lathes.
- Experience with surface grinding.
- Knowledge of GD&T.
- Experience with tight-tolerance, close-proximity inspection requirements.
- Experience working with hardened materials.
- Experience designing or modifying production fixtures.
- Experience with CAD/CAM software.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for someone who takes pride in precision workmanship and can take a project from a print or concept through a completed tool or fixture.
The ideal candidate is someone who can look at a tooling problem, determine what needs to be done, and produce a practical, accurate solution without requiring constant supervision.
Experience matters, but attitude and willingness to learn are also important. Candidates with strong machining fundamentals who are willing to develop their toolmaking and EDM knowledge are encouraged to apply.
Pay: $24.00 - $34.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24 - $34