Tool and Die Maker Location : KENT, WA, United States Job Family : Manufacturing Job Type : Regular Posted : Jul 29, 2025 Job ID : 58678 Back to Search Results Job Description Apply Now > Save JobJob Saved At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers. As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference. At Exotic Metals Forming Division, our highly talented team blends a passion for manufacturing with relentless customer support, making us the partner of choice for complex aerospace solutions. Working at EMFD is about being part of a team, a culture, something that is bigger than each of us individually. We began as a small group of people passionately committed to a common goal. That is why we are so proud of everyone in our Exotic family who strives to be the best at what they do every day, working as a collaborative team in a culture of continuous improvement to stretch the bounds of creative thinking and provide quality products to our customers around the globe. Tool & Die Maker Meets or exceeds requirements and objectives of Machinist #3. Fully proficient following processes once defined. Self-directed and able to execute the most complex machining and fitting of all kinds of details, tools, and machines in support of single piece tool production. Demonstrate leadership by providing guidance and process direction to others. Work with Engineering, breakdown jobs, and estimate hours for jobs. Able to solve minor issues with drawings and make judgement calls regarding tools. Functions and Responsibilities + Operate CNC and/or Conventional machines with a high degree of efficiency. + Setup and operate multiple machine tools and perform progressive machining operations on work involving very close tolerances. + Train others on machines and provide technical support as needed. + Determine operation sequences. + Fit and assemble where needed, with understanding of form, fit and function at both the detail and assembly level. + Leads, advises and assists others in corrective action process + Address current issue and establish process to avoid future problems + Supports new tool releases through design review with engineering. + Demonstrate the ability of working with engineers to develop new parts. + And any other duties assigned to help drive to our vision, fulfill our commitments, and carry out our organization’s virtu Qualifications + Diagnose and correct trouble in complicated tools, provide input for resolution of faulty processes through experience and/or technical knowledge. + Self-sufficient at problem resolution + Provide input for future processes + Feedback to engineering + Able to perform CNC programming, revisions, and is a technical advisor for others. + Circular interpolation, cutter compensation, canned cycles for drilling, threading and roughing. + Requires working knowledge of the materials used for tools and equipment. + Understand machining parameters + Understand typical heat treat for specific materials + Requires the mathematical ability to support production of tools and repairs. + Understanding of GD & T with working knowledge of stack-up tolerance. + At the detail coordinated through assembly level. Working Conditions + Demonstrate proper and safe operation of equipment, and personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, safety glasses/full face shield, hearing protection, heat reflective body garments and gloves as required. + Performs physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and frequent movement of the whole body, such as climbing, lifting up to 50 pounds, balancing and handling of material. Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer a competitive benefits designed with health, wealth and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes: + Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost. + 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay + Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay + This position is eligible to participate in the Annual Cash Incentive Plan, which is a bonus based on division performance. + Career development and tuition reimbursement + Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you. + Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates. + Paid Time Off and 14 Company-Paid Holidays. + Our 2ndshift receives a shift differential of $2.00 per hour. Our weekend shifts receive $6.00 shift differential pay while working 36 hours per week. The wage range for this role considers allowances for a number of factors, including but not limited to required experience, skill level, prior training, licensure/certifications, education and other business needs. Competitive Compensation + Pay Range: Min $34.50-$48.75 Drug-Free Workplace In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment. This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements. Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/VEVRAA Federal Contractor If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc\_self\_print\_poster.pdf and http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc\_gina\_supplement.pdf (06/20/2006) (C/O July 2015)