About this role
Sign-On Bonus Available!
Competitive Weekly Pay + Overtime + Benefits & 401(k) Starting Day 1
Are you an experienced Master Machinist - Tool Maker or Precision Machinist looking for a stable, long-term opportunity with a leading aerospace manufacturer in Connecticut?
We are hiring a Tool Maker (Turning/Milling) to build and maintain the precision tooling that supports critical aerospace products. This is an opportunity to work on challenging, high-precision projects in a clean, professional manufacturing environment where your skills and craftsmanship are valued.
If you enjoy problem-solving, machining complex parts, and working to tight tolerances, we want to hear from you.
What You'll Do
- Certain days you may need to run production, but able to take jobs from blueprints to finished products.
- Build, repair, modify, and maintain precision tooling, fixtures, jigs, gauges, and production equipment
- Set up and operate CNC turning large VTL and small lathes, 5-Axis and small milling machines
- Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T specifications
- Work with engineering and quality teams to develop tooling solutions and improve processes
- Verify dimensions using precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, indicators, and height gages
- Troubleshoot tooling issues and identify opportunities for continuous improvement
- Support aerospace manufacturing operations requiring exceptional accuracy and repeatability
What We're Looking For
- 5+ years of experience in tool making tool & die, precision machining, or a related manufacturing environment
- Experience with CNC turning/milling equipment, including 5-axis machining
- Ability to read mechanical drawings, blueprints, and GD&T
- Strong knowledge of machining practices and tight-tolerance manufacturing
- Experience using precision measuring and inspection tools
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Aerospace manufacturing experience
- Experience in an AS9100 manufacturing environment
- CNC setup, programming, or advanced troubleshooting experience
- Experience with large multi-axis milling machines, including Niigata equipment
- Turning: Bullard's VTL (1940s retro fitted with CNC vs VTL manual), Okuma Lathe Horizontal, Okuma TVL, Nakamura
- Milling: Matsuura and Niigata
- Experience with large VTL machines
Apply Today
This is more than a production machining role. You'll work in a true toolroom environment where your expertise directly impacts the quality and success of aerospace products used around the world!
Tired of cold applications?
Sign up with Clera and we'll reach out the moment a role actually fits you — no more spraying applications into the void.
Know someone who'd be great for this?