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Eagle Picher Technologies and Eagle Picher 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. Eagle Picher’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. Eagle Picher 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 Eagle Picher, we will give you the opportunity to harness all that is within you with access to the latest tools, information and training.

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

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The Toolmaker with a passion for customer service and excellence at Eagle Picher 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.

• Design, fabricate, construct, assemble & alter/repair a wide range of tools, dies, fixtures, jigs and gauges to tight tolerances.
• Create precision tools, dies and fixtures based on technical drawings and 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 modifications of tooling or equipment.
• Conceptualize tooling from product requirements.
• Actively learn new methods and techniques in machining, fabrication, welding, and additive manufacturing.
• Must have a strong focus on precision and quality, including tight tolerances.
• Liaise with engineering team and production team to ensure quality of product and functionality of tooling.

• U.S. citizenship or U.S. person status required.
• High‑school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s degree or higher preferred.
• 5+ years of 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.

• Tooling certification or technical degree in toolmaking or related technical discipline.
• Experience in semi‑pct autom between / or no envir).
• Experience with high‑precision presses, tooling and dies.
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