Are you a skilled Toolmaker Machinist ready to put your craftsmanship to work with a company that values precision, innovation, and quality? Our client, a leading manufacturer of water-efficient solutions, is seeking a dedicated Toolmaker Machinist to join their team in Franklin Park, IL. This is a union, direct-hire position offering excellent pay, overtime opportunities, and a career path in a supportive environment.
Flexible Start Times: Choose from 5:00 AM, 6:00 AM, or 8:00 AM
Pay: Starting at $36.83/hr. + overtime
Union Benefits + Direct Hire Stability
Plan, construct, modify, and repair parts, tools, and fixtures with precision
Set up and operate manual and CNC machines, including EDM equipment
Troubleshoot tools, perform tryouts, and recommend improvements
Interpret engineering drawings and use software to create models and prototypes
Use precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, optical comparators, etc.)
Mentor and train junior team members
Collaborate with engineering to enhance designs and processes
Experience: 6+ years in manual machining (job shop or machine shop)
Technical Skills: Manual milling, boring, drilling, tapping, turning, threading
Strong blueprint reading and basic trigonometry skills
Proficiency with measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, comparators)
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to pass a written and practical Toolmaker test
Someone who can step in and contribute immediately