Toolmaker Bench Technician

Build precision tooling from the ground up and see the finished product of your craftsmanship.

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kimberly Bartlein-Kraus
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Salary: $28 - $35 per hour

A bit about us:

We're a well-established precision manufacturing and tooling organization with decades of experience supporting demanding industries. Our work includes complex tooling, molds, dies, precision-machined components, and production solutions used across aerospace, defense, automotive, heavy truck, building products, and other industrial markets.

The company combines experienced craftspeople with advanced manufacturing technology and equipment to tackle challenging, highly engineered projects where quality and precision matter.

Why join us?

Work on custom tooling and complex builds, rather than repetitive production
Hands-on position where you'll assemble, fit, finish, and troubleshoot tooling
Opportunity to use a variety of mechanical and shop skills
Work with precision components for industries such as aerospace, defense, automotive, and heavy equipment
Become part of a team that values craftsmanship, accuracy, safety, and getting the job done right
We offer Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance along with 401k, vacation time, short-term disability, paid holidays, and more...

Job Details

We're looking for a Bench Technician / Tooling Assembly Technician who enjoys hands-on mechanical work and takes pride in building precision tooling.

In this role, you'll work with machined tooling components and take part in the fitting, assembly, plumbing, finishing, and preparation of tools for final delivery. This is a great opportunity for someone who is mechanically inclined, comfortable working with their hands, and enjoys projects that require attention to detail and problem-solving.

What you'll be doing:
Assemble and disassemble precision tooling and related components
Fit and align individual components during the tooling build process
Read and reference tool models, drawings, and bills of material as needed
Install and route water and hydraulic lines
Assist with the installation of hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical components
Polish and finish tooling surfaces and components
Safely operate shop equipment such as surface grinders, bench grinders, and wire wheels
Use appropriate material-handling equipment to move tooling and components
Verify that the correct materials, tooling, and setup items are available for scheduled work
Identify potential production or scheduling issues and communicate them to leadership
Maintain an organized, clean, and safety-focused work area
Help keep tooling projects moving toward quality, cost, and delivery expectations

What we're looking for:
Approximately 2+ years of relevant manufacturing, tooling, mechanical assembly, or hands-on shop experience
Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
Comfortable working independently once given direction
Ability to work effectively within a team-oriented shop environment
Organized and safety-conscious approach to work
Willingness to learn new processes, equipment, and technology
A dependable, positive attitude with the persistence to work through challenging builds

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