Toolmaker-1st shift

Grundfos•Indianapolis, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Peerless Pump Company, a subsidiary of Grundfos, is hiring a Toolmaker for its Maintenance & Engineering team in Indianapolis. The role involves setting up, programming, and operating CNC and manual machining equipment to produce precision components for Grundfos pumps. The Toolmaker helps ensure the precision and quality of critical tooling and components, supports fellow team members through training, and contributes to continuous improvement in machining operations. The position is hourly and non-exempt. Relocation is not supported, and candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employment-based visa sponsorship.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED with technical training in machining or a related field.
2–4 years of manual machining experience, including mills, drills, lathes, and grinders.
1–3 years of CNC programming, operation, and setup experience with controls such as Fanuc, Mazatrol, or Allen-Bradley.
Advanced blueprint-reading skills and proficiency in shop math, including decimals, fractions, geometry, trigonometry, and GD&T.
Strong problem-solving skills, ability to work independently under minimal supervision, and a collaborative mindset.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Experience with precision machining operations such as threading, boring, and grooving on manual machines.
Strong experience using machining centers in a job shop environment.
Veterans with MOS experience maintaining and repairing precision mechanical systems are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Set up, program, edit, and operate CNC milling centers and CNC lathes, as well as manual mills, lathes, jig borers, and grinders.
Interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine dimensions, tolerances, operation sequence, and setup requirements using GD&T and shop math.
Calculate and set machining parameters, including speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth or angle of cut; perform offsets, fixturing, and adjustments to correct tool wear or finish issues.
Inspect finished workpieces for conformance to prints and specifications.
Perform secondary operations such as deburring, tapping, drilling, and bushing installation.
Train and guide other employees on machining activities and processes.
Maintain accurate manual and electronic records, including SAP confirmations.
Perform daily preventative maintenance on equipment, maintain 5S workplace standards, and follow safety and quality procedures.