TOOL MAKER

SINCLAIR MANUFACTURING COMPANY LLC•Norton, MA

2d•$40 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

Sinclair Manufacturing (dba PacAero Norton) is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Tool Maker to support manufacturing operations through the fabrication, maintenance, and repair of production tooling. This hands-on role helps ensure tooling meets specifications, equipment operates efficiently, and production teams have the support needed to maintain quality and productivity. The position is based at the company's manufacturing facility in Norton, Massachusetts, and is full-time and onsite, Monday through Friday. It is in the Tool Room and reports to the Press / Tool Room Manager. The role is non-exempt. The Tool Maker fabricates and maintains production tooling, sets up and operates tool room machinery, sets up power presses, diagnoses and repairs tooling issues, and provides hands-on support to production. The position follows applicable Quality Management System requirements and maintains accurate work practices to support product quality and manufacturing standards. The work environment involves regular use of tooling, machinery, and production equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous hands-on experience in tool making, tooling fabrication, or tooling repair.
Ability to set up and operate tool room machinery.
Experience setting up power presses with minimal supervision.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills, including the ability to diagnose and repair tooling issues.
Basic mathematical skills to support machining, tooling, and production activities.
Ability to identify problems, evaluate information, and determine appropriate solutions.
Ability to read and understand job-related procedures, instructions, and documentation.
Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with production personnel.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

Fabricate manufacturing tooling to produce parts in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications.
Set up and operate tool room machinery for tooling fabrication and maintenance.
Ensure tooling is accurately produced and meets required specifications.
Set up power presses with minimal supervision to support production requirements.
Diagnose tooling issues and repair existing tooling in a timely manner.
Troubleshoot tooling problems to minimize production interruptions and maintain operational efficiency.
Provide technical and hands-on support to production areas as needed.
Collaborate with production personnel to address tooling concerns and support manufacturing operations.
Follow Sinclair's Quality Management System requirements as they relate to tooling operations.
Maintain accurate and consistent work practices that support product quality and manufacturing standards.