Toolmaker Position

Grand Machine & Design is seeking a skilled Toolmaker to join our team. As a Toolmaker, you will be responsible for producing high-quality parts and tooling according to engineering specifications and blueprints.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce high-quality parts and tooling according to engineering specifications and blueprints.
• Collaborate with engineers and project leaders throughout the project lifecycle to ensure successful outcomes.
• Read and interpret blueprints to understand project requirements.
• Demonstrate proficiency in step, technique, and programming efficiencies to optimize production processes.
• Quickly develop strategies to approach and execute part manufacturing.
• Collaborate with other machinists on complex parts.
• Work closely with engineers and project leaders to meet project goals and timelines.
• Exhibit self-reliance and the ability to take advice effectively.
• Continuously seek opportunities for learning and skill development.
• Foster a team-oriented environment and demonstrate adaptability and versatility in various tasks.
• Build and maintain jigs and fixtures as required.
• Utilize conversational programming skills, particularly in Mastercam mill, and demonstrate proficiency in Wire EDM.
• Welding experience (TIG) is helpful but not required.
• Machine tool steel with precision and expertise.
• Possess manual lathe experience and demonstrate competence in its operation.
• Utilize own basic equipment and toolbox to produce parts and tooling with precision and accuracy.

Requirements:

• Experience with 5-axis machining.
• Basic knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Proficiency in Mastercam mill 3D.
• Toolmaker certification or a minimum of 3 years of experience in the field.
• Additional welding experience is a plus.
• Ability to work on a laptop and smartphone.
• Valid driver's license and clean record.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Eligible to work in the U.S.

About Grand Machine & Design:

Grand Machine & Design is a family-owned and operated company dedicated to excellence in manufacturing and engineering. We thrive on solving our customer's manufacturing challenges and provide reliable, precise solutions. Our team of craftsmen brings unparalleled skill to design, build, and automation projects while enjoying a healthy work/life balance.

What We Offer:

• Health benefits, vision, and dental with well above-average employer contribution.
• A focus on work/life balance with two weeks paid vacation (with the ability to increase based on time with the company).
• Day-to-day flexibility and laid-back work environment.
• A family-owned and operated setting with great team camaraderie and support.
• Paid continuing education and training to grow your skill set.
• Quarterly and annual bonuses based on performance.
• Opportunities for upward mobility as the team grows.
• Temperature-controlled building.