Toolmaker

Gwynedd Manufacturing is a rapidly growing defense contractor and state-of-the-art manufacturing facility located in North Wales, PA. We are proud to serve the U.S. Department of Defense and federal law enforcement agencies with high-quality firearms and accessories. As an innovative and forward-thinking organization, we are committed to continuous technological advancement and process improvement.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Toolmaker to support our manufacturing process by creating precision tools, fixtures, and components. This role requires strong manual machining experience, including grinding, lathing, and milling, as well as the ability to interpret blueprints and design custom tools. The ideal candidate has excellent attention to detail, manual dexterity, and a solid understanding of machining techniques and numerical control processes.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret blueprints to determine required materials, measurements, and machining steps.
• Design and machine precision tools, components, and fixtures to support production needs.
• Operate manual mills, lathes, and grinders to grind, cut, shape, and polish materials to required tolerances.
• Follow blueprints and engineering specifications to manufacture accurate tools and parts.
• Finish projects using appropriate manual tools and equipment.
• Inspect and maintain machining equipment to ensure proper functionality.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting on machining or tooling issues as needed.

Qualifications:

• Machinist vocational certificate or completion of an industry apprenticeship.
• Manual mill, lathe, and grinding experience required.
• Strong blueprint reading and interpretation skills.
• Manual dexterity and hands-on mechanical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and precision.
• Strong math skills, including basic geometry and measurement.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements:

This position is based in a manufacturing environment and may require the following over extended periods of time up to a full 8-hour work shift (excluding lunch and breaks): stand, walk, sit, squat or bend, kneel and rise, lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to — and occasionally exceeding — 50 pounds, view a computer or other digital screen, work on a computer, workstation or comparable system, and make accurate entries in such systems. Manual dexterity and fine motor skills are required for detailed assembly and precision work. Work may take place in areas with varying temperatures or no climate control, varying noise levels, and production equipment in motion. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn in designated areas at all times as required by company policy. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities but are always subject to safety concerns for the employee and all team members.  Employer may require a physical assessment of the candidate’s ability to perform these tasks as a condition of an offer letter.  Any assessment will be performed by a third party vendor and will be reported on a pass/fail basis with no other medical information conveyed to employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Gwynedd Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Note: This job description reflects general duties and responsibilities and is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Management may modify or assign other responsibilities as needed.