Tool Maker: Precision Machining & Dies (1st Shift)

Danfoss; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring & training

Flexible work-life balance

Inclusive work environment

Benefits: bonus and pension plans

Job summary

Danfoss in Freeport, IL is seeking a Tool Maker for 1st shift to set up and operate a variety of machines for complex machining with tight tolerances. You will prepare tooling, jigs, fixtures, and repair parts for manufacturing processes.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, operating lathes, grinders, and CNC mills, and inspecting components with precision tools. Apprenticeship or Journeyman’s card is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings or 3D CAD models.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and operating instructions.
• Ability to perform basic math and measurement tasks.
• Tool & Die Apprenticeship or Journeyman’s card is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machines such as lathes, grinders, and CNC mills.
• Machining tools, jigs, fixtures, and repair parts for manufacturing processes.
• Test and measure finished components with precision instruments.

Skills

Read drawings & CAD models

Interpret complex documents

Effective communication

Mathematical operations

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tool & Die Apprenticeship/Journeyman’s card

Tools

Lathes

Grinders

CNC mills

Job description

Danfoss in Freeport, IL is seeking a Tool Maker for 1st shift to set up and operate a variety of machines for complex machining with tight tolerances. You will prepare tooling, jigs, fixtures, and repair parts for manufacturing processes.

The role requires reading engineering drawings, operating lathes, grinders, and CNC mills, and inspecting components with precision tools. Apprenticeship or Journeyman’s card is highly valued.