Toolmaker Sr. at Panduit in Lockport, Illinois

Job Description:

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!



Take the next step in your career and join our team as a Sr Toolmaker!



You'll take charge of all shop activities for assigned projects, overseeing everything from design for manufacturing and process planning to CAM programming, operations, assembly, and certification. You'll ensure quality, cost efficiency, and timely delivery across multiple projects. In addition, you'll bring expertise in process planning, project management, and design skills in injection mold tooling.



What You Will Do

• Clean, repair, assemble, optimize, and certify hot and cold runner Injection Mold tooling. Will regularly work within tight tolerances of +/- .0002.
  
  
  • Repair hot and cold runner molds by identifying and correcting problems. Analyze and troubleshoot molds, assess problems, and repair accordingly.
  
  
  • Disassemble and reassemble all types of progressive dies and die cast molds for routine maintenance or repairs.
  
  
  • Provide support to the production area by problem-solving and building tools.
  
  
  
  


• Process planning and documentation.


• Ensure projects meet customer quality requirements.


• Deliver projects on schedule.


• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

What You Will Bring

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  Experience: 10+ years in tool room fabrication and assembly of complex molds, dies, and machine assemblies, with project management experience. Wire EDM experience preferred.


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  Technical Knowledge: Skilled in CNC machine tools, manual tool room processes, and current CAM practices.


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  Mold & Die Expertise: Strong understanding of mold/die design and properties of tool steels. Working knowledge and practical experience with hot and cold runner molds.


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  CAD/CAM Proficiency: Experience with Unigraphics CAD/CAM design and drafting modules.


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  Certifications: Mold Making Journeyman's card or equivalent preferred.


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  Shop Equipment: Proficient with mills, grinders, lathes, hone, ultrasonic cleaner, polisher, and plastic injection molds.


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  Inspection Equipment: Skilled in using scales, calipers, micrometers, comparators, indicators, micro-height, and toolmaker's microscope.


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  Technical Skills: Able to read procedures, work instructions, and interpret engineering graphics.


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  Adaptability: Comfortable working with minimal supervision, meeting deadlines, and adapting to changing priorities.


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  Communication: Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with engineering, production, and toolroom teams.


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  Physical Requirements: Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs, frequent standing, and walking for up to 8 hours per day.

What We Can Offer You

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  Competitive Pay & Benefits: Enjoy a robust Total Rewards Program that includes health, financial benefits, and more.


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  Generous Time Off: Take advantage of our generous vacation, sick days, holidays, plus a volunteer day to give back to the community.


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  Retirement & Growth: 401(k) match, profit sharing, and abundant growth and development opportunities to help you advance your career.


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  P
  arental Leave: Because we care about your family and your future.

Compensation: The expected base pay range for this role is $38 - $48 an hour. This role qualifies for a 20% shift differential. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.



Making the connections that matter. Join us and apply online to be part of the Panduit team. We're an Equal Opportunity Employer, dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace for all. 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.




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