Toolmaker - 2nd Shift

Eaton Corporation; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Eaton Corporation is looking for a Toolmaker for the 2nd Shift in Carol Stream, Illinois. In this role, you will fabricate and maintain tools, dies, and related accessories, ensuring compliance with specifications and assisting in training apprentices.

Ideal candidates will have 2 years of experience and a High School Diploma or GED. Benefits include health and retirement options, along with a competitive hourly rate of $35–$45 plus a shift differential.

Qualifications

• 2 years of tool and die maker experience required.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Certification as Journeyman Tool and Die Maker preferred.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, and maintain tools, dies and related accessories.
• Assist with die design and strip layout processes.
• Inspect all work to ensure specifications are met.
• Operate and maintain tool room equipment.
• Provide on-the-job training to Tool & Die Apprentices.

Skills

Computer Use

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Detail oriented

Dependable

Strong work ethic

Work ownership

Following procedure

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Journeyman Tool and Die Maker

Job description

Eaton’s IS VEH EMB division is currently seeking a Toolmaker – 2nd Shift.

The hourly rate for this position is $35–$45 plus $1.50 shift differential per hour. The position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.

What you’ll do:

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, and maintain tools, dies and related accessories required to meet internal or customer requirements.
• Provide input, as requested, to assist with die design and strip layout processes.
• Inspect all work to ensure specifications are met, utilizing appropriate measuring equipment.
• Maintain all personal measuring equipment ensuring measuring accuracy.
• Operate and maintain tool room equipment, including but not limited to surface grinders, mills, drill presses, and water grinders.
• Maintain work area in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Maintain and log accurate information in Die log.
• Complete processes of troubleshooting, debugging, and qualifying stamping dies.
• Perform preventive maintenance of dies and keep accurate records of PM activity.
• Provide on the job training to Tool & Die Apprentices, as requested.
• Assess and document progress of apprentice performance on assigned jobs and progress through apprenticeship program.
• Comply with all company quality, environmental, and health and safety requirements.

Qualifications:

• Required:
  • Education: High School Diploma or GED
  • 2 years of tool and die maker experience
• Preferred:
  • Certified Journeyman Tool and Die Maker (Preferred)

Skills:

• Computer Use/Math/Documentation
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well with a team
• Detail oriented and ability to prioritize
• Dependable
• Strong work ethic
• Work ownership
• Following procedure

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• The duties of this job require the employee to stand for long periods of time.
• The employee is occasionally required to lift to 40 pounds.
• Noise level in plant is moderate. Hearing protection is required in posted areas.
• Safety glasses and steel-toed boots are required.
• Ability to comply with all safety protocols.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.

Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits.