Toolroom Machinist

Job Category: Production & Skilled Trades

The Toolroom Machinist is responsible for designing, manufacturing, and maintaining the tooling, fixtures, and precision components that support aerospace manufacturing operations. This role combines manual machining, CNC machining, inspection, and problem solving to improve manufacturing processes, support production, and ensure customer quality requirements are consistently achieved. The ideal candidate enjoys tackling a wide variety of projects and working closely with CNC programmers, manufacturing engineers, quality personnel and machinists to develop practical manufacturing solutions.

• Set up and operate various types of machining equipment including manual milling machines, engine lathes, surface grinders and CNC milling machines to hold tolerances tighter than .0005" on various types of features.
• Design, prototype, manufacture, and refine custom work holding, fixtures, jigs, gauges, and tooling that improve safety, quality, repeatability, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Perform precision machining, modification, rework, and repair operations on production hardware in accordance with engineering drawings and process documentation.
• Troubleshoot tooling, fixturing, and manufacturing issues while working with CNC programmers and engineers to implement practical production solutions.
• Inspect completed work using precision measuring equipment including micrometers, calipers, height gages, thread gages, optical comparators, and surface plates to verify compliance with engineering drawings.
• Perform post-machining secondary operations (deburring, cleaning) as required.
• Perform routine maintenance and calibration of toolroom equipment, including cleaning, lubrication, alignment, and tram verification.
• Recommend and implement improvements to equipment, tooling, fixturing, and toolroom processes to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe toolroom in accordance with 5S principles.
• Complete production documentation accurately, including labor reporting, job traveler updates, and required manufacturing records.
• Train and support other employees in the completion of tasks and activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years of prior experience working in a toolroom / manual machinist role preferred.
• Experience setting up and operating CNC milling machines is preferred.
• Some college or technical certificate program completion preferred
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications in accordance with ASME Y14.5.
• Experience in AS9100 and/or aerospace manufacturing environments is highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision or training.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills.
• Experience manufacturing one-off components, prototypes, tooling, and fixtures is highly desirable.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with others across departments and shifts
• Maintains a professional and respectful attitude
• Welding experience (TIG, stainless steel, non-certified) is preferred, not required.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Additional 40 hours of Sick Time
• Competitive 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions
• Climate‑controlled facility
• Subsidized vending and on‑site break areas
• Complimentary coffee and refreshments
• Clean, modern work environment with advanced equipment and technology
• Opportunities for career growth within a stable, growing aerospace manufacturing organization

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