Toolmaker

Kamatics is seeking a Toolmaker who performs a wide range of manual machining and toolmaking operations within the tool room to support production across all value streams, with a focus on minimizing downtime and ensuring high-quality tooling. This role emphasizes fixture building, abrasive machining, and hands-on tool fabrication using specialty rubberized materials.

The position requires strong blueprint interpretation, creativity in problem-solving, and the ability to work through detailed, multi-step processes with patience and precision.

About Kamatics: Kamatics is a global leader in high-performance bearings and engineered tribological solutions for aerospace, defense, and industrial applications. Our team develops self-lubricating bearings and precision components that deliver durability, reliability, and performance in the harshest environments. We take pride in engineering excellence, collaborative problem solving, and a culture built on innovation and customer trust.

Responsibilities

• Set up and perform manual machining operations to fabricate and repair tooling and fixtures
• Build and modify tooling from print, including fixtures, grinding components, and abrasive machining tools
• Interpret complex blueprints and full GD&T requirements to manufacture parts to specification
• Work to tight tolerances (typically around ±.001") while maintaining quality standards
• Perform tooling processes such as grinding, lapping, polishing, and grit blasting
• Support production through troubleshooting and resolving tooling and machining issues
• Assist in the creation of rubberized blanks, including measuring, mixing, and processing materials through multi-step curing processes
• Apply and support KAron coating processes (training provided)
• Develop and document tooling procedures and best practices
• Train and support operators on tooling usage and processes
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with safety standards
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S and process enhancements

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required

• Experience: 4-6+ years of hands-on toolmaker experience (tool room experience strongly preferred)

Required Skills

• Strong background in manual machining (mills, lathes, grinders, etc.)
• Experience building tooling and fixtures from print
• Advanced understanding of GD&T and blueprint reading
• Experience working with tight tolerances (±.001")
• Exposure to abrasive machining or grinding processes preferred
• CNC experience is a plus but not required

Preferred Skills

• Creative problem-solver with a hands-on approach
• Patient and detail-oriented, especially with multi-step processes
• Highly organized and able to manage precise measurements and material handling
• Comfortable working with non-traditional materials (e.g., rubberized/plastic compounds)

Physical Requirements

• Occasional (15-40%) lifting and moving materials up to 50 lbs
• Frequent bending, twisting, and grasping
• Prolonged standing

Benefits:

At Kamatics, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

Kamatics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to complete the application process may contact Human Resources.

This position requires access to information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Employment is contingent upon the applicant being a "U.S. person" as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15), which includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees, as required by U.S. export control laws.