Precision Tooling Machinist: Tooling & Setup Expert

Torrey Holistics; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrey Holistics in Rockford, IL is hiring for an onsite toolroom role blending toolmaking and production machining. Translate part drawings into tooling, set up lathes, and inspect tools with calipers and micrometers to ensure readiness for production.

The position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and organizational skills, maintaining tool inventory and supporting rapid changeovers in a fast-paced shop.

Qualifications

• Interpreting blueprints and applying precision measurement to tooling.
• Experience reading caliper/micrometer readings for parts.
• Maintain tool availability and toolroom traceability.
• Set up and run toolroom equipment to produce form tools and holders.
• Adhere to OSHA and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assemble setup kits for machines to support changeovers.
• Repair or request replacements for tooling and parts.
• Sharpen tools and verify toolholders are serviceable.
• Inspect tooling in and out of the toolroom for traceability.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Precision measurement

Reading blueprints

Clear communication

Prioritization

Deductive reasoning

Safety compliance

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Lathes

Grinders

Job description

Torrey Holistics in Rockford, IL is hiring for an onsite toolroom role blending toolmaking and production machining. Translate part drawings into tooling, set up lathes, and inspect tools with calipers and micrometers to ensure readiness for production.

The position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and organizational skills, maintaining tool inventory and supporting rapid changeovers in a fast-paced shop.