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Senior Toolroom Toolmaker – Wire EDM

ITW


Job Location:

Waterbury, CT - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 8 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description:

1.0 Position Objective

ITW Drawform is seeking an experienced Senior Toolroom Toolmaker Wire EDM to manufacture repair modify and maintain precision tooling components fixtures gages and die details for high-volume deep draw stamping operations. The ideal candidate has strong hands-on toolmaking experience with expertise in Wire EDM setup programming operation blueprint reading and precision measurement and will help train and guide apprentice toolmakers.

2.0 Essential Functions

  • Set up program and operate Wire EDM equipment to produce close-tolerance tooling components including punches dies inserts forms fixtures gages and die details.
  • Manufacture repair modify and maintain precision tooling components for deep draw stamping operations using Wire EDM and standard toolroom equipment as needed.
  • Read and interpret blueprints tooling drawings CAD/CAM files written instructions verbal instructions or existing parts to be copied repaired or modified.
  • Plan EDM and toolroom setups considering material type tolerances surface finish wire size offsets skim cuts flushing workholding feeds speeds and required inspection methods.
  • Inspect work before during and after machining or EDM operations using precision measuring and gauging tools.
  • Support tooling repair and improvement activities to improve tooling reliability quality uptime and tool life.
  • Train and guide apprentice toolmakers in safe work practices blueprint reading precision measurement Wire EDM setup and tool manufacturing methods.
  • Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean organized work area.

3.0 Qualifications

  • Minimum 10 years of toolroom tool & die precision machining or Wire EDM experience preferred.
  • Strong Wire EDM setup programming and operation experience required. Sodick WDEM experience is a plus
  • CAD/CAM Wire EDM offsets skim cuts taper cutting carbide tool steel and hardened material experience preferred. MasterCAM 25 experience is a plus
  • Experience manufacturing close-tolerance tooling components punches dies inserts fixtures gages and die details required.
  • Strong blueprint reading mechanical aptitude and precision measurement skills required.
  • Experience with standard toolroom equipment such as mills lathes grinders drill presses and saws preferred.
  • Journeyman Toolmaker or Tool & Die Maker certification preferred.
  • Ability to lift approximately 4060 pounds on a regular basis.

4.0 Compensation & Benefits

ITW Drawform offers a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program designed to support employees health financial security work-life balance and continued development.

Benefits include:

  • Competitive wages based on experience and qualifications
  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) matching program
  • Profit sharing
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee assistance program

Compensation Information:

35.80 - 44.00

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues unique perspectives experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.


As an equal employment opportunity employer ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex gender identity sexual orientation religion national origin age disability protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws.


Required Experience:

Senior IC


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ITW (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 300 global multi-industrial manufacturing leader with revenue of $16.1 billion in 2023. The company’s seven industry-leading segments leverage the unique ITW Business Model to drive solid growth with best-in-class margins and returns in markets where highl ... View more

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