Toolmaker

Panduit • Orland Park, IL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

At Panduit, we don’t just offer a job – we offer a career where your contributions directly impact our customers, the environment and our company’s success. You’ll have the opportunity to grow, innovate, and be a part of an inclusive team that celebrates both individual and collective achievements. If you’re ready to elevate your career and help us deliver exceptional experiences to our customers, apply today and make your mark with Panduit! Join our team as a Toolmaker and bring your expertise to a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment where precision matters. In this role, you'll leverage your experience with CNC machining, EDM equipment, CAD/CAM programming, and precision grinding to create and maintain high-quality tooling that supports critical production operations. If you're passionate about craftsmanship, problem-solving, and continuous improvement, this is an opportunity to make a direct impact while advancing your career.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Willingness to work toward a machining certificate in accordance with procedure C1-0845 (formerly H1-1709) and achieve PI Bronze certification within six months of hire.
• 5-7 years of experience programming, setting up, and operating CNC equipment, EDM machines, grinders, and jig grinders.
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, procedures, work instructions, and CAD/CAM data.
• Experience with grinding fixtures, CNC profile grinders, jig grinders, and grinding machine controllers.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, adapt to changing business needs, and collaborate effectively with engineering, production, and toolroom teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand or walk for extended periods, up to eight hours per day.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Panduit will not sponsor applicants for work visas now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC equipment, including EDM die sink, wire EDM, milling, turning, polishing, and high-precision grinding machines using CAD/CAM-generated programming.
• Program, load, verify, and execute tooling programs to produce components within tight tolerances and exact specifications.
• Machine and finish complex components with significant value added through previous manufacturing processes.
• Conduct in-process inspections, document results, and ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Monitor tooling performance during production runs and perform necessary adjustments or maintenance.
• Maintain and support production tooling to ensure equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
• Contribute ideas and participate in initiatives that enhance quality, safety, and productivity.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Wages starting at $30/hr for Toolmakers!
• Generous Time Off: Take advantage of our generous vacation, sick days, holidays, plus a volunteer day to give back to the community.
• Retirement & Growth: 401(k) match, profit sharing, and abundant growth and development opportunities to help you advance your career.
• Parental Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED