Tool Builder

Ametek, Inc. • Milford, NH

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About The Position

Haydon, Kerk and Pittman, three AMETEK brands, supply advanced linear and rotary motion solutions to global customers and manufacture products including DC motors, linear actuators, lead screw and anti-backlash nut assemblies, linear rail and guide systems, gearmotors, drives, and custom automation subsystems. The Tool Builder builds molds for molding machines according to the molding schedule, operates molding machines as needed, and maintains a clean and organized work area.

The role involves assembling tooling components into mold bases according to blueprint instructions; inspecting mold bases and components; selecting molds and components based on blueprints; and consulting the production schedule. The Tool Builder also uses measurement instruments, organizes tool storage, coordinates repairs with the tool shop, assists with preventive maintenance, and disassembles and cleans molds after production runs. Work must follow established procedures and quality and safety standards.

The position requires the ability to read and interpret blueprints, mechanical aptitude, familiarity with hand tools and measuring equipment, organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work cooperatively with others. A high school diploma or GED is required. Manufacturing experience is preferred. The successful candidate must also be willing and able to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and cost efficiency, and to identify suitable use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.

Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Experience using hand tools such as screwdrivers, hammers, drills, and wrenches.
• Good organizational skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Experience with measuring equipment such as snap gages, digital calipers, and other measuring instruments.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others as a team player.
• High school degree or GED.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and reduce costs; identify appropriate AI use cases; and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Build molds by assembling tooling components into mold bases according to blueprint instructions.
• Inspect mold bases and components.
• Use blueprints to select appropriate molds and components.
• Consult and follow the production schedule for molds to be built.
• Use measurement tools such as snap gages, digital calipers, and other measuring instruments.
• Organize and maintain the tool storage area.
• Coordinate tool repairs with the tool shop.
• Assist with preventive maintenance of tools and mold bases.
• Operate molding machines as needed.
• Disassemble and clean molds at the end of a run and return components to their appropriate locations.
• Follow established procedures and quality and safety standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Benefits

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Safety shoe and safety glasses reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED