Toolmaker

Overview

ABOUT EAGLEPICHER

EaglePicher Technologies and EaglePicher Electronic Packaging is driving the electrification of defense, aviation and space. We provide the broadest range of battery systems in the world for the most demanding applications. We develop leading-edge products that make drones fly higher, undersea vessels run longer, aircraft fly farther, rockets launch safely, and satellites operate longer. With our cutting-edge research and manufacturing, we continue to set new standards in the industry. For 100 years, we have provided mission-critical power solutions to the defense, aviation and space markets. EaglePicher’s batteries power many U.S. missile and munition programs and are a key component of the U.S. space program, powering the Mars Rovers and the next crewed mission to the moon. EaglePicher provides custom battery assemblies, battery management systems, pyrotechnic devices and other power solutions.

Our employees are passionate, dedicated and empowered to realize our vision.  We strive for the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities and perspectives, and to ensure this works, we create an inclusive work environment that places a premium on communication and collaboration.  At EaglePicher, we will give you the opportunity to harness all that is within you with access to the latest tools, information and training.

EaglePicher is headquartered in St. Louis, MO with manufacturing and research and development facilities in Joplin, MO, Seneca, MO, Pittsburg, KS, East Greenwich, RI and in Southbridge, MA.

For more information visit www.eaglepicher.com

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Toolmaker with a passion for customer service and excellence at EaglePicher is a key contributor in delivering first class tools, fixtures, and prototype parts for upcoming and ongoing projects.  Successful execution of multiple projects ensures timely delivery of our products that safely and efficiently meet mission-critical, life-saving applications our Defense customers demand. The Toolmaker directly supports engineering and manufacturing to create, maintain, and repair precision tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures. These tools are essential in building components that meet product specifications.  This role helps to ensure the efficiency and consistency of the manufacturing process.

Responsibilities

• Designs, fabricates, constructs, assembles & alters/repairs a wide range of tools, dies, fixtures , jigs and guages to tight tolerances
• Create precision tools, dies and fixtures based on technical drawings related documentation
• Set up and operate a variety of machine shop equipment:  Lathe, vertical mills, drill presses, surface grinders, saws, welders, etc.
• Read and interpret drawings for tools, fixtures, and machines with a conceptual understanding of GD&T.
• Diagnose and correct complicated machining and tooling issues 
• Recommend repair or modificiations of tooling or equipment
• Conceptualize tooling from product requirements
• Actively learn new methods and techniques in machining, fabrication, welding, and additive manufacturing
• Must have strong focus on precision and quality, including tight tolerances
• Liaise wth engineering team and production team to ensure quality of product and functionality of tooling

Qualifications

Hiring Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship or U.S person status REQUIRED
• H.S. diploma or equivalent required, associates degree or higher preferred
• 5+ years manufacturing or tooling experience required
• Mechanical understanding of machines and small parts tolerances
• Understanding of CNC and EDM equipment
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding of theory and use of tools and fixturing in a production environment
• Ability to read and interpret detailed drawings for conversion into parts

Hiring Preferences:

• Tooling certification or technical degree in toolmaking, or related technical discipline
• Experience in semi-automated industrial environments
• Experience with high precision presses, tooling and dies
• Experience with welding/metal joining (TIG, solder)

The salary range for this position is $35.54-$40.67 an hour and represents the minimum and maximum for the position.  The actual range will vary based upon factors including but not limited to: prior experience, knowledge, skill and education as they relate to the position's qualifications and internal equity.  

The posted salary range reflects just one component of our total rewards package.  Other components include:

PERKS OF BEING AN EAGLEPICHER EMPLOYEE

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance with coverage on day one
• 11 paid holidays 
• Paid vacation (PTO)
• Paid sick/personal time
• Matching 401K with vesting on day one
• Tuition reimbursement
• Dependent scholarship programs