Tool Room Technician Job Skokie area,Illinois USA,Manufacturing / Production

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Tool Room Technician to join our dynamic manufacturing team. This is a permanent position focused on maintaining, repairing, and improving a diverse range of manufacturing tools and equipment. The successful candidate will have a strong background in CNC operations, manual machining, and welding, and must possess a keen eye for detail, excellent problem‑solving skills, and the ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.

Salary: $25 – $31 per hour.

Responsibilities

Operate, maintain, and repair a variety of machine tools including CNC lathes, CNC bed mills, routers, and drill presses.

Perform routine machine maintenance and troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime.

Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to understand equipment and tool requirements.

Conduct manual machining tasks using tools such as lathes, mills, calipers, and micrometers.

Operate machines with a high level of precision and accuracy.

Perform TIG and MIG welding tasks as required, ensuring high‑quality joins and finishes.

Work with stamping tools, ensuring they are well‑maintained and operate at optimal efficiency.

Use knowledge of pneumatics to maintain and repair relevant equipment.

Develop and implement strategies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of tools and equipment.

Adhere to all safety protocols and maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role within the manufacturing industry.

Proven experience with CNC lathes, CNC mills, routers, and drill presses.

Strong knowledge of machine components and ability to perform maintenance and repairs.

Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics.

Experience in manual machining, including the use of lathes, mills, calipers, and micrometers.

Ability to perform TIG and MIG welding tasks.

Experience with stamping tools and processes.

Proven experience as a machine maintenance technician.

Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.

Strong adherence to safety protocols and ability to maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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