Tool Maker

VERUS AEROSPACE FINANCE•Torrance, CA

About The Position

The Tool Maker operates manual industrial equipment to manufacture and complete forming tools and fixtures. The role requires working knowledge of tool room machinery, above-average math abilities, a thorough understanding of machining principles, and blueprint-reading skills. The Tool Maker works independently with minimal supervision and coordinates with Engineering and Production machine operators to resolve technical issues.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum 5 years of conventional machining experience.
Welding experience, specifically MIG welding.
Ability to drive a forklift and pass Verus testing.
Basic math skills.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.

Nice To Haves

Certification from an accredited technical college.

Responsibilities

Operate equipment such as Bridgeport milling machines, engine lathes, drill presses, drill jigs, and welding equipment.
Set up, adjust, and operate basic machine tools and specialized or advanced variations to perform precision machining operations.
Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information to determine fabrication methods and operation sequences, and establish tooling dimensions and tolerances.
Use micrometers, calipers, indicators, depth gauges, bore gauges, height gauges, and other tools to check and inspect machined components accurately.
Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines.
Select appropriate tools, machines, and materials in preparation for machining work.
Coordinate with Engineering and Production machine operators to solve technical issues.
Clean the surfaces of large forming dies and re-coat them with die coating when needed to ease forming operations.
Lay out, measure, and mark metal stock to confirm placement of cuts.
Work independently with minimal supervision.
Perform other duties as assigned.