Machinist Tool Maker
📍 Location: Bartonville/Peoria, IL
🏭 Department: Wire Mill Machine Shop
💰 Hourly Wage: $27.00-$35.00/hour+ OT opportunities
📅 Schedule: Full-time | Must be available for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts, weekends, and potential overtime
Join our team as a Machinist Tool Maker!
Are you a master of precision machining with a passion for building and maintaining high-performance tools and components? Do you thrive in an environment where accuracy, craftsmanship, and innovation are key? If so, we want YOU to join our dynamic team at Liberty Steel & Wire!
What You'll Do:
✅ Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD models to plan and execute complex machining operations
✅ Set up and operate both manual and CNC machines (lathes, mills, grinders, EDMs) to produce precision parts
✅ Fabricate, repair, and maintain jigs, dies, fixtures, gauges, and machine components
✅ Use metrology tools (micrometers, indicators, CMMs, optical comparators) to ensure tight tolerances and quality control
✅ Repair worn or damaged tooling using welding, grinding, and re-machining techniques
✅ Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to improve tooling design and reduce downtime
✅ Program CNC machines using G-code and CAM software (Mastercam, Fusion 360, etc.)
✅ Perform heat treatment and material testing for tool hardening and optimization
✅ Maintain tool room inventory and traceability of custom-fabricated components
✅ Apply 5S and lean manufacturing practices to maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment
✅ Mentor and support apprentice machinists and tool room trainees
✅ Follow all safety protocols including PPE usage, machine guarding, and lockout/tagout procedures
What We're Looking For:
🔹 Experience: 5+ years in tool making, precision machining, or mold/die fabrication in an industrial environment
🔹 Education: High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or vocational training in machining/tool making preferred
🔹 Apprenticeship: Completion of a recognized machinist/tool maker apprenticeship strongly preferred
🔹 Skills:
• CNC & manual machining
• Blueprint reading and complex drawing interpretation
• G-code programming and CAM software use
• Use of metrology instruments and quality control techniques
• Familiarity with heat treating and various metals' machining properties
🔹 Mindset: Detail-oriented, quality-focused, and self-driven with strong problem-solving skills
Why Join Us?
We're more than just a steel manufacturer-we're building a sustainable future and investing in our people.
💙 Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Medical, dental, vision (multiple plan options)
• Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and whole life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts (healthcare & dependent care)
📈 Retirement Plans
• 401(k) with company match
🚀 Career Development
• On-the-job training
• Professional growth opportunities
• Supportive team environment
🎯 Bonus & Perks
• Exceptional bonus structure
• Flexible scheduling
• Veteran-friendly employer
• All products made in the USA
Ready to Start Your Next Chapter?
📩 Apply now and become part of a company that values innovation, sustainability, and YOU.
📢 We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Machinist Tool Maker • Peoria, IL, USA
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