Toolmaker

Job

General Dynamics Land Systems

Lima, OH (In Person)

$90,376 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 7 weeks ago (Updated 6 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 5/27/2026

Apply for this opportunity

This job application is on an outside website. Be sure to review the job posting there to verify it's the same.

Review key factors to help you decide if the role fits your goals.

Pay Growth

out of 5

Not enough data

Not enough info to score pay or growth

Job Security

out of 5

Not enough data

Calculating job security score...

Total Score

out of 100

Average of individual scores

Were these scores useful?

Compare your current skills to what this opportunity needs—we'll show you what you already have and what could strengthen your application.

Toolmaker General Dynamics Land Systems United States, Ohio, Lima 1161 Buckeye Road (Show on map) Mar 20, 2026

$43.45/hr Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

Day 1
Zero Premiums Must be a Journeyman with a 4-Year State-approved apprenticeship or 8 years of documented experience in the Trade Ability to work any shift

Make and repair all types of tool, dies, jigs, fixtures, and gauges.
Ability to interpret 2D drawings and tolerances
Determine the sequence of operations, materials, and tools required to complete the work.
Ability to work with only limited instructions, detailed designs, or specifications.
Ability to operate all types of tool room machine tools and perform bench work, fitting, and assembly work within fine tolerances.
May be required at times to handle / manage hazardous materials and waste
Performs initial occupational injury/illness incidents investigations/reports for assigned work crews/areas.
Responsible for the work schedules, training, incident investigation and discipline of assigned work crews
Provide technical support to the tool room and manufacturing engineering operations at

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
Must be at least 18 years of age or older
Journeyman Card Toolmaker or eight (8) years of documented experience
Experience with CNC programming preferred
US Citizenship required
Must be able to successful complete the pre-employment process including drug screen and background check
Must be able to obtain/maintain DOD security clearance
Must be able to obtain Department of Army Police unescorted access
Overtime and off-shift work may be required
Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment that includes high noise, dust, and fumes.
Must be able to lift (unassisted) up to 50 lbs
Must be able to work on railed, step platforms, or on top of Abrams vehicles (approximately 9ft)
Compliance with ASR (Anthropometric Size Requirements) desired