First-Shift Toolmaker: Precision Machining & Welding

Grundfos; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonuses

Health insurance

Volunteer leave

On‑demand training

Personal development programs

Job summary

Peerless Pump Company, an Indianapolis-based subsidiary of Grundfos, seeks a skilled Toolmaker for 1st shift to join the Service Engineering team in Indianapolis. You will set up and operate machine tools to fabricate tooling and fixtures, read prints, and perform welding on various metals to maintain production efficiency.

You will plan operations, prepare materials, train teammates, and uphold safety and quality standards in a collaborative manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret machining prints.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments and hand/power tools.
• Current welding certification (gas, electric arc, heli-arc, or wire feed) or ability to become certified.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machine tools (mills, drills, grinders) to construct or repair tools, fixtures, machine parts, and production components.
• Plan sequences of operations and create layouts including compound angles, complex contours, and coordination reference points across multiple planes.
• Perform all standard fabrication, welding (gas, arc, heli-arc, wire feed), brazing, and product repair welding on various metals and castings.
• Prepare bills of material and sketches needed to complete assignments, and maintain accurate manual and electronic records.
• Perform fitting, filing, deburring, and finishing operations to ensure parts meet precise specifications.
• Provide training and instruction to fellow team members and promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Print reading

Manual machining

Welding

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Tools

Mills

Drills

Grinders

Welding equipment

Job description

Peerless Pump Company, an Indianapolis-based subsidiary of Grundfos, seeks a skilled Toolmaker for 1st shift to join the Service Engineering team in Indianapolis. You will set up and operate machine tools to fabricate tooling and fixtures, read prints, and perform welding on various metals to maintain production efficiency.

You will plan operations, prepare materials, train teammates, and uphold safety and quality standards in a collaborative manufacturing environment.