CNC Toolmaker

ITW • Waterbury, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The CNC Toolmaker will independently set up and operate selected CNC tool room equipment to produce high volume tooling, gages, and other production components in a fast-paced environment. This role involves reading and interpreting blueprints, planning machine shop tool operations, and performing inspections. The Toolmaker will also assist in training Apprentice Toolmakers, follow safety protocols, and maintain a clean and organized work area. Hand operations for producing jigs, fixtures, tools, and dies are also part of the role, along with fitting and assembling these components. The position may involve collaborating with product designers to provide input on manufacturing capability for new products. Key responsibilities include developing and modifying CNC programs using CAD/CAM software, selecting appropriate tools and defining machining parameters, optimizing tool paths, debugging programs, and performing routine maintenance on CNC machines. The company, ITW, is a Fortune 200 global multi-industrial manufacturing leader with seven industry-leading business segments operating in over 50 countries. ITW fosters a decentralized, entrepreneurial culture, valuing diverse perspectives and committing to equal employment opportunity.

Requirements

• Ability to lift approximately 40-60 pounds on a regular basis.
• High School diploma, GED or equivalent work experience.

Nice To Haves

• Journeyman status.
• Experience with CNC mill, wire, sinker, lathe.

Responsibilities

• Independently set up and operate selected CNC tool room equipment to produce high volume tooling, gages, and other production components in a fast-paced environment.
• Read and interpret blueprints or work from verbal or written instructions or from the part to be copied or fitted.
• Plan the setup and operation of all types of machine shop tools, considering types of material, tolerances, types of cutting tools, coolants, lubricants, and machine tool feeds and speeds.
• Determine specifications for inspection of work, using precision measuring and gauging tools, performing required inspection before, during and after machining.
• Assist in training of Apprentice Toolmakers.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain clean and organized work area.
• Perform hand operations involved in producing jigs, fixtures, tools, and dies.
• Use hand tools of the trade.
• Fit and assemble jigs, fixtures, tools, and other dies.
• Work with product designers providing input to manufacturing capability on newly formed products.
• Develop and modify CNC programs (G-code) using CAD/CAM software (Mastercam & SolidWorks).
• Convert 3D models into CNC machine-readable instructions, adjusting for tooling and part specifications.
• Select appropriate tools and define machining parameters (feed rate, spindle speed, depth of cut) based on material and part requirements.
• Optimize for both roughing and finishing operations to balance speed and precision.
• Design and optimize tool paths to minimize machining time and ensure efficient material removal.
• Avoid tool collisions and ensure proper fixture setup for accurate machining.
• Troubleshoot and adjust CNC programs based on production feedback or dimensional discrepancies.
• Modify tool paths, parameters, or machine offsets to correct issues during production.
• Perform routine maintenance on CNC machines, including cleaning, lubricating, and inspecting key components.
• Ensure machine calibration and check for any wear or damage to prevent production delays.

Benefits

• Career development and learning opportunities
• Investing in our people and supporting their growth through unique and relevant development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees