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2nd shift Tool Maker
FurstStaffing Rockford, IL

2nd shift Tool Maker

FurstStaffing
Rockford, IL
  • $20 to $35 Hourly
  • Vision , Medical , Dental , Life Insurance , Retirement
  • Full-Time
Job Description
Company Info
Job Description

2nd Shift Tool Maker:

  • Monday-Thursday 1 PM to 11 PM
  • 10% night-shift differential for all hours worked
  • Must have tooling experience within the cold-heading industry

 

JOB SUMMARY
Oversee the end-to-end process of Tooling & Die creation, utilizing manually controlled machine tools,
power tools, and hand tools. The incumbent contributes to team success by achieving results with
accuracy and timeliness while ensuring compliance with customer-specific requirements.


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
• Develop precision tools and dies for cold heading machinery, crafting them according to
blueprints received from both customers and engineering specifications.
• Employ a diverse range of machinery and tools, including lathes, mills, rotary tools, die grinders,
honing stones, and files, to ensure the accurate and efficient production of high-quality tools and
dies.
• Collaborate closely with the production team, providing expertise and addressing any concerns
related to the tools created, fostering a seamless integration of tooling processes within the
overall production workflow.
• Take charge of the maintenance and repair of tooling and dies for machinery, managing the ticket
flow from operators to promptly address issues and uphold continuous operational efficiency.
SKILLS and ABILITIES
• Possess a minimum of two years of hands-on experience as a skilled tool maker or machinist,
demonstrating expertise in working with and repairing carbide materials.
• Showcase a proven track record of effectively interpreting and implementing engineering
drawings and prints, highlighting a strong ability to translate technical specifications into precise
and accurate tooling and/or dies.


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Must be able to independently, safely, and repetitively lift up to 50lbs.

Company Description
Since 1971, FurstStaffing has been servicing two clients: companies seeking talent and individuals seeking employment or a career change.

FurstStaffing provides project (assignments), to-hire, and direct placement opportunities in a variety of industries for entry-mid level office and industrial careers. FurstProfessionals focuses on mid-management and technical careers in fields such as HR, IT, Financial, Engineering, Maintenance Mechanics, Sales, etc. FurstExecutiveSolutions is a retained executive search organization which focuses on the VP, C, and BOD level careers. FurstStrategies provides HR Consulting and Talent Transition Services.

We are family-owned and certified as a WBENC business. Headquartered in Rockford, IL, and offices in Stockton, IL and Darlington, WI.

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