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Tool Maker / Machinist

Sterling Engineering Inc.
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Title : Tool Maker / Machinist

Location : Chicago, IL

Hire Type : Contract (4-6 months, potential for extension or direct conversion)

Target Pay Range : $35.00 - $45.00 / hour (W2)

Work Schedule : Flexible, open to part-time (20-30 hours / week). Full benefits offered to full-time contractors.

Overview :

Sterling has helped build careers for thousands of professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.

As a full-time contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Em ployee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.

Job Summary :

Seeking an experienced Tool Maker / Machinist to manufacture and repair fixtures, dies, and assembly equipment used in instrument production. This role also involves building prototypes and models as needed.

Job Duties :

  • Set up and operate toolroom machines, including drill presses, milling machines (CNC and manual), engine lathes, and surface grinders.
  • Manufacture and repair various types of dies, fixtures, and assembly equipment based on drawings or verbal instructions.
  • Build prototypes and models for new fixtures, dies, and assembly equipment as directed by the Team Leader or Manufacturing Engineer.

Qualifications :

  • Proven experience as a tool maker, machinist, or similar role.
  • Proficiency in operating toolroom machinery.
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and instructions.
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently or collaboratively as needed.
  • Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

    Salary : $35 - $45

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