Industrial Maintenance Toolmaker Location:

Farmington, CT | Direct Hire | $35-41/hr (based on experience) About the Company Our client is an established precision manufacturer with decades of experience producing metal components and assemblies for a range of industries, including medical, defense, and aerospace. Family owned and managed, they partner closely with customers from early prototyping through full-volume production, and are known for taking on complex, precision-driven work that requires real technical expertise. They're looking for a skilled Maintenance Toolmaker to keep their production floor running at its best.

Responsibilities:

You'll work independently, diagnosing issues and building solutions from blueprints or verbal direction - designing, building, repairing, and maintaining the machinery that keeps this facility producing precision parts. Troubleshoot and maintain plant equipment; handle advanced machine repairs Set up and operate machine tools to close tolerances for precision parts Build fixtures and gauges as needed Collaborate with other team members on machinery design, maintenance, and repair Operate forklifts and other equipment to move heavy machinery Perform lockout/tagout procedures in line with OSHA standards Keep accurate maintenance records Support production tooling needs as they arise Recommend process improvements and help maintain a safe, clean work environment

Qualifications:

High school diploma, trade school, or equivalent hands-on experience 5+ years of machine maintenance experience CT-approved journeyperson (completed apprenticeship) preferred Ability to read and interpret blueprints Forklift operation experience Strong communication skills and independent judgment A detail-oriented, task-driven work ethic Bonus points: welding experience, especially laser welding equipment/fixture maintenance Familiarity with manufacturing/quality engineering principles and design for manufacturing Physical Requirements Corrected vision for reading prints and inspecting close-tolerance parts, manual dexterity for precision work, and the ability to stoop and bend throughout the shift. AimHire is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer #IND1