Tool and Die Maker/Test Technician

Does your current job make you feel like a number instead of a valued

team member?

Are you tired of pushing buttons on automated machines?

Do you enjoy seeing a project through from start to finish?

If you answered yes, you might be the right fit for this role!

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If you do not have demonstrated experience in machining or tool making, do not apply for this position.

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What our staff says about working here:

“This job changed my life!”

“When things get hectic, we all pull together”

“Everyone here is flexible, supportive, and understanding”

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About us: Enfield Testing and Balancing, Inc. is a woman-owned, 3rd generation family business specializing in the testing and certification of tooling, flight, and manufacturing parts for the aerospace industry and beyond. We are the regional leader in aerospace testing and have embarked on an exciting era of growth. We are looking for a candidate to join our team who is self-motivated, adaptable, thorough, and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

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Job Title: Tool & Die Maker/Test Technician

Job Summary:

$22-24/hour benefits

Full Time

Enfield, Connecticut

We are seeking a versatile professional looking for a unique day-to-day experience. This hybrid role divides its time between testing aerospace parts and building the fixturing used to test them. In their capacity as a fixture builder, the candidate will design and build basic custom fixturing on conventional operated lathes and vertical mills. In their capacity as a test technician, the candidate will perform pressure, flow, and load testing and dynamic balancing of parts for the aerospace industry. This position demands a high level of flexibility, as the distribution of time between these responsibilities can vary from week to week. The successful candidate will be expected to adapt to changing priorities and project requirements.

The right candidate will join us with a pre-existing mastery of toolmaking on manual machines. We will provide all training necessary on the design of fixturing and testing of aerospace parts. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, this is the ideal environment for you to thrive and grow alongside a dynamic, expanding company.

Responsibilities include:

· Manufacture tooling including but not limited to pressure, flow, dead load, and balance fixturing using manual vertical mills, manual lathes, chucking lathe, band saw, grinding machines, hand tools and more.

· Collaborate with the shop foreman to understand test requirements and design custom fixturing to meet those requirements.

· Assist in the cost-estimation of fixturing manufacture costs.

· Demonstrate a proficiency with precision measuring tools.

· Perform pressure, hydraulic flow, hydraulic load, and dead load testing, static and dynamic balancing of aerospace tooling and flight parts.

· Troubleshoot tooling and fixturing issues quickly and efficiently to sustain production flow.

· Maintain quality by following ISO9001:2015 standards.

· Read blueprints, shop process sheets, and operation sheets to thoroughly understand and execute the testing requirements of complex parts.

· Adapt to a high mix and ever-changing range of parts and processes.

· Operate a variety of test stands and equipment.

· Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean work area.

· Supports and participates in continuous improvement initiatives and Safety-First culture.

· Maintain accurate, legible, and timely records.

· Collaborate effectively with other staff to work towards shared goals.

Required Qualifications:

· High School Diploma or GED

· Blueprint reading

· Demonstrated experience using conventional manufacturing equipment including but not limited to vertical mills, lathes, chucking lathes, bandsaws, surface grinding machines, hand tools, and more.

· In-depth knowledge of general dimensioning and tolerances.

· Experience designing basic tools or fixturing a strong plus.

· Strong work ethic – we work hard to ensure a timely turn-around for our customers. This position plays a major role in ensuring a smooth operation.

· Communication skills – effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills are important to the function of this job.

· Attention to detail – in this detail-oriented industry, this job requires a keen eye to details both small and large, to ensure all standards and requirements are being met.

· Ability to lift at least 50lbs.

· Ability to read and process a blueprint is a strong plus.

· Relevant experience a plus.

Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 42.5 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $24