High school diploma, GED, or equivalent technical training.
6+ years of toolmaking, machining, or related manufacturing experience.
Advanced proficiency in CNC and manual machining operations and machine setup.
Strong understanding of material properties, tooling design, and machining methodologies.
Advanced blueprint reading and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) skills.
Experience using complex precision measuring and inspection equipment.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and solve complex manufacturing challenges.
Strong leadership, training, and mentoring capabilities.
Responsibilities
Design, manufacture, modify, and repair tooling from engineering drawings or conceptual requirements.
Independently set up and operate CNC and manual machining equipment.
Interpret complex prints, specifications, and engineering documentation.
Perform advanced machining operations while maintaining tight tolerances and quality standards.
Utilize advanced measuring and inspection equipment to validate dimensional and functional requirements.
Troubleshoot tooling, manufacturing, and machining issues to determine effective solutions.
Produce prototype and one-off components to support production and engineering needs.
Assist in developing tooling processes, machining strategies, and shop best practices.
Train, mentor, and provide technical guidance to lower-level operators and machinists.
Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to support operational objectives.
Promote workplace safety, quality standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Benefits
80 hours paid time off annually.
10 paid holidays.
Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance for employees and their families.
Eligibility to enroll in the Company’s 401(k) plan.
Participation in the Company’s Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan based on performance.
Full Job Description
Tooling Machinist - Level 2
Country
United States of America
State / County
California
City
Irvine
Division
Fasteners
Company
SLC
Function
Operations
Workplace Type
On-Site
Position type
Full Time
Opportunity ID
23759
Job Description
Position Summary
Without supervision, level two tool machinists create tooling of all levels of complexity either to print or from scratch, demonstrating advanced competencies in machine setup, shop math, print reading, materials properties and tool geometries. As well as advanced competencies working with complex measuring tools to perform mechanical inspection processes. Level two tooling machinists will also assist and train lower-level operators, as well as support the shop to produce one off component as needed. Key Responsibilities
Design, manufacture, modify, and repair tooling of all levels of complexity from engineering drawings or conceptual requirements.
Independently set up and operate CNC and manual machining equipment.
Interpret complex prints, specifications, and engineering documentation.
Perform advanced machining operations while maintaining tight tolerances and quality standards.
Utilize advanced measuring and inspection equipment to validate dimensional and functional requirements.
Troubleshoot tooling, manufacturing, and machining issues to determine effective solutions.
Produce prototype and one-off components to support production and engineering needs.
Assist in developing tooling processes, machining strategies, and shop best practices.
Train, mentor, and provide technical guidance to lower-level operators and machinists.
Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to support operational objectives.
Promote workplace safety, quality standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent technical training.
6+ years of toolmaking, machining, or related manufacturing experience.
Advanced proficiency in CNC and manual machining operations and machine setup.
Strong understanding of material properties, tooling design, and machining methodologies.
Advanced blueprint reading and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) skills.
Experience using complex precision measuring and inspection equipment.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and solve complex manufacturing challenges.
Strong leadership, training, and mentoring capabilities.
Journeyman Toolmaker certification or completion of a recognized apprenticeship.
Experience producing tooling from concept through completion.
Advanced knowledge of quality systems, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement methodologies.
For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $34.75 to $52.25 US Dollar (USD) Hourly based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company's Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 1X the Company's bonus multiple, based on the Company's performance in the applicable quarter. Employees will receive 80 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's 401(k) plan.
About Precision Castparts
Precision Castparts Corp. is a worldwide, diversified manufacturer of complex metal components and products. It serves the aerospace, power, and general industrial markets. PCC is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, and forged components used in jet aircraft engines and industrial gas turbines. The Company is also a leading producer of highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace and other general industrial markets, and supplies metal alloys and other materials to the casting and forging industries.
