Junior Tool & Die Maker at Federal Signal Corporation in University Park, Illinois

Job Description:

A person who with the use of tools and drawings or sketches performs the work necessary in the making and repairing of dies, tools, plastic or die cast molds, tool hardening, fixtures, gauges, experimental or model work, building of special machinery and equipment, tool inspection and precision grinding. This person is also capable of using electronic files to create programs required to construct these tools utilizing 2D C.A.M. software. This person is capable of utilizing their programming skills to create programs to meet our production needs.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Must have knowledge of CNC and manual milling machines, lathes, grinders, drill presses as well as various other shop tools.


• Must have the ability to manufacture tooling, fixtures, and parts from prints or CAD files.


• Must be able to work independently or as part of a team.


• Must have the knowledge and ability to trouble shoot and fix dies, fixtures, tooling and equipment.


• Must have Knowledge of AutoCAD and or SolidWorks to create or manipulate drawings to complete a project.


• Must have knowledge of 2D CAD/CAM software to be able to program and manufacture parts.


• Must be able to work safely around industrial machines and equipment.


• Must have their own shop tools as well as precision measuring instruments.

Education and Work Experience:

• The completion of a Tool and Die Apprentice program or related training with Tool room experience.

Wage:  $42.33/hr

Benefits of Employment

In addition to excellent career growth opportunities, Federal Signal Corporation offers a wide array of benefits including: annual bonus potential, insurance (medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, 401(k) with matching contributions and tuition reimbursement. We provide our employees with a smoke-free, drug-free workplace.

About Us

Federal Signal in University Park is a leading manufacturer and supplier of comprehensive systems and products used to protect people and property. Our products and integrated solutions include systems for campus and community alerting, emergency vehicles, first responder interoperable communications, industrial communications, and command and municipal networked security. Specific products include: lightbars and sirens, public warning sirens and public safety software.

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at HR@federalsignal.com. All other applications must be submitted online.

 

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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