HiFyve is hiring a Tool Maker - CNC Milling (Aerospace) in the Manufacturing industry in Meriden, CT!
Salary: $32 - $42/hr, based on experience
Schedule: Day Shift
Location: Onsite - Meriden, CT
Position Overview:
HiFyve is hiring an experienced Tool Maker / Precision Machinist for an aerospace manufacturer in Meriden, CT.
This is a true toolroom opportunity for someone capable of taking complex work from blueprint through finished product while supporting high-precision aerospace manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build, repair, modify, and maintain precision tooling, fixtures, jigs, and gauges
- Set up and operate CNC milling equipment, including multi-axis machines
- Machine complex components from blueprint to finished product
- Interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T
- Perform tight-tolerance machining and inspection
- Use micrometers, indicators, height gauges, and other precision measuring equipment
- Troubleshoot tooling and machining issues
- Partner with engineering and quality on tooling and process improvements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- 5+ years of tool making, tool & die, or precision machining experience
- Strong CNC milling setup and machining background
- Multi-axis / 5-axis machining experience preferred
- Strong blueprint and GD&T skills
- Experience machining to tight tolerances
- Strong knowledge of precision measuring and inspection tools
- Aerospace or AS9100 experience preferred
- Matsuura or Niigata equipment experience is a plus
Why Consider It?
- 1st-shift opportunity
- Weekly pay + overtime opportunities
- Sign-on bonus available
- High-precision aerospace manufacturing
- Advanced machining environment
- Benefits and 401(k) starting Day 1
If you are interested, please apply today.