Machine Operator - Journeyman/Toolmaker
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Located in Watkins Glen , NY
Salary: 18.00-23.00
Job Title: Machine Operator – Journeyman Toolmaker
Location: Watkins Glen, NY
Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Journeyman Toolmaker to join our precision manufacturing team. This role is ideal for a highly skilled individual with extensive hands-on machining experience and deep expertise in toolmaking. You will be responsible for fabricating, assembling, repairing, and operating precision tools, dies, molds, jigs, and fixtures essential for high-accuracy manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Tool & Die Fabrication
- Build and repair precision tools, dies, molds, and fixtures from blueprints or CAD files.
- Work with a variety of materials including hardened steel, aluminum, carbide, and engineering plastics.
2. Machine Operation
- Operate both manual and CNC machines, including mills, lathes, EDMs, and grinders.
- Perform setups, calculate feeds/speeds, and ensure machining accuracy.
3. Blueprint & CAD Interpretation
- Interpret complex drawings using GD&T.
- Translate engineering designs into precision tooling using manual and CNC methods.
4. Inspection & Quality Control
- Inspect components using micrometers, indicators, height gauges, and CMMs.
- Verify critical tolerances, often within ±0.0001".
5. Tool Maintenance & Troubleshooting
- Diagnose and repair damaged or worn tooling.
- Perform hand-fitting, polishing, and fine-tuning for optimal tool performance.
6. Team Collaboration
- Work closely with engineering, production, and quality teams.
- Provide feedback on tool design and manufacturability to improve process outcomes.
Common Equipment Used:
- Manual/CNC mills and lathes (e.g., Bridgeport, Haas, Okuma)
- Surface and cylindrical grinders
- Wire and sinker EDM machines
- Jig borers and precision boring mills
- CAD/CAM software (Mastercam, Fusion 360, SolidWorks)
- Precision hand tools and layout instruments
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Journeyman Tool & Die Maker Certification (from a recognized apprenticeship or union)
- Strong knowledge of toolmaking, machining, and material properties
- Proficiency in manual and CNC machining techniques
- Advanced blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation
- High attention to detail and accuracy in measuring and inspection
- Effective problem-solving and organizational skills
Preferred Certifications:
- NIMS Machining or Toolmaking Certifications
- OSHA 10/30-Hour General Industry Safety Training
- CAD/CAM proficiency (Mastercam, Fusion 360, or SolidWorks)
Industries Employing Toolmakers:
- Automotive (tooling, stamping, injection molds)
- Aerospace & Defense
- Medical Device Manufacturing
- Precision Mold & Tool Shops
- Consumer Goods & Appliance Manufacturing
Career Growth Opportunities:
- CNC Programmer
- Toolroom Supervisor
- Mold or Die Designer
- Quality Assurance Technician
- Manufacturing Engineer
Express Office: Corning
11849 East Corning Road
Suite 101
Corning, NY 14830
Email us
Apply Now
Machine Operator - Journeyman/Toolmaker
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Top Job
Located in Watkins Glen , NY
Salary: 18.00-23.00
Job Title: Machine Operator – Journeyman Toolmaker
Location: Watkins Glen, NY
Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Journeyman Toolmaker to join our precision manufacturing team. This role is ideal for a highly skilled individual with extensive hands-on machining experience and deep expertise in toolmaking. You will be responsible for fabricating, assembling, repairing, and operating precision tools, dies, molds, jigs, and fixtures essential for high-accuracy manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Tool & Die Fabrication
- Build and repair precision tools, dies, molds, and fixtures from blueprints or CAD files.
- Work with a variety of materials including hardened steel, aluminum, carbide, and engineering plastics.
2. Machine Operation
- Operate both manual and CNC machines, including mills, lathes, EDMs, and grinders.
- Perform setups, calculate feeds/speeds, and ensure machining accuracy.
3. Blueprint & CAD Interpretation
- Interpret complex drawings using GD&T.
- Translate engineering designs into precision tooling using manual and CNC methods.
4. Inspection & Quality Control
- Inspect components using micrometers, indicators, height gauges, and CMMs.
- Verify critical tolerances, often within ±0.0001".
5. Tool Maintenance & Troubleshooting
- Diagnose and repair damaged or worn tooling.
- Perform hand-fitting, polishing, and fine-tuning for optimal tool performance.
6. Team Collaboration
- Work closely with engineering, production, and quality teams.
- Provide feedback on tool design and manufacturability to improve process outcomes.
Common Equipment Used:
- Manual/CNC mills and lathes (e.g., Bridgeport, Haas, Okuma)
- Surface and cylindrical grinders
- Wire and sinker EDM machines
- Jig borers and precision boring mills
- CAD/CAM software (Mastercam, Fusion 360, SolidWorks)
- Precision hand tools and layout instruments
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Journeyman Tool & Die Maker Certification (from a recognized apprenticeship or union)
- Strong knowledge of toolmaking, machining, and material properties
- Proficiency in manual and CNC machining techniques
- Advanced blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation
- High attention to detail and accuracy in measuring and inspection
- Effective problem-solving and organizational skills
Preferred Certifications:
- NIMS Machining or Toolmaking Certifications
- OSHA 10/30-Hour General Industry Safety Training
- CAD/CAM proficiency (Mastercam, Fusion 360, or SolidWorks)
Industries Employing Toolmakers:
- Automotive (tooling, stamping, injection molds)
- Aerospace & Defense
- Medical Device Manufacturing
- Precision Mold & Tool Shops
- Consumer Goods & Appliance Manufacturing
Career Growth Opportunities:
- CNC Programmer
- Toolroom Supervisor
- Mold or Die Designer
- Quality Assurance Technician
- Manufacturing Engineer
Express Office: Corning
11849 East Corning Road
Suite 101
Corning, NY 14830
Email us
Apply Now
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