Toolmaker
Panduit · Orland Park, IL · 3 wk ago
On-siteManagement$30/hrFull-time
About the role
Join our team as a Toolmaker and bring your expertise to a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment where precision matters.
Responsibilities
- Set up & operate equipment: Set up and operate CNC equipment, including EDM die sink, wire EDM, milling, turning, polishing, and high-precision grinding machines using CAD/CAM-generated programming.
- Program & Execute Tooling: Program, load, verify, and execute tooling programs to produce components within tight tolerances and exact specifications.
- Precision Machining: Machine and finish complex components with significant value added through previous manufacturing processes.
- Inspect & Document Quality: Conduct in-process inspections, document results, and ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Monitor & Maintain Tooling: Monitor tooling performance during production runs and perform necessary adjustments or maintenance.
- Support Production Operations: Maintain and support production tooling to ensure equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
- Drive Continuous Improvement: Contribute ideas and participate in initiatives that enhance quality, safety, and productivity.
Requirements
- Education: High school diploma or GED required. Willingness to work toward a machining certificate in accordance with procedure C1-0845 (formerly H1-1709) and achieve PI Bronze certification within six months of hire.
- Experience: 5-7 years of experience programming, setting up, and operating CNC equipment, EDM machines, grinders, and jig grinders.
- Technical Expertise: Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, procedures, work instructions, and CAD/CAM data. Experience with grinding fixtures, CNC profile grinders, jig grinders, and grinding machine controllers.
Qualifications
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, adapt to changing business needs, and collaborate effectively with engineering, production, and toolroom teams.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Skills
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand or walk for extended periods, up to eight hours per day.
Benefits
- Competitive Pay & Benefits: Wages starting at $30/hr for Toolmakers!
- Generous Time Off: Take advantage of our generous vacation, sick days, holidays, plus a volunteer day to give back to the community.
- Retirement & Growth: 401(k) match, profit sharing, and abundant growth and development opportunities to help you advance your career.
- Parental Leave: Because we care about your family and your future.