Full-Time

Tool and Die Maker Machinist

Posted on 2/21/2026

Silgan

Silgan

Compensation Overview

$32.19/hr

+ On-Call Pay + Quarterly Bonus

New Boston, IL, USA

In Person

Category
Mechanical Engineering (1)
Requirements
  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent, trade school with required without experience.
  • A minimum of 2-5 years of machinist experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to use mechanical tools to include measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, etc.
  • Ability to operate the required machinery such as mills, lathes, surface grinders, welders, etc.
  • Ability to read, understand and work from blueprints and technical manuals.
  • Reliable and able to meet deadlines while working with minimal supervision.
Responsibilities
  • Work with strict manufacturing tolerances to ensure high-quality production performance.
  • Refurbish and repair tools and measuring instruments to ensure accurate performance.
  • Work closely with Engineers, Supervisors and Mechanics in analyzing defective parts, tooling, etc. to determine source of trouble and recommend corrective action to be taken.
  • Perform tool and die machining tasks using blueprints, written procedures, and verbal instructions.
  • Measure and calculate raw material requirements, selecting the appropriate tools, equipment, jigs, and fixtures for each task.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical issues and rebuild tooling for can-making machinery as needed.
  • Perform quality checks on incoming tooling and take appropriate action.
  • Maintain and overhaul gearboxes, pumps, and other production equipment.
  • Catalog, organize, and issue production tooling to maintain operational efficiency.
  • Operate CNC grinders and other tool and die machine shop equipment, including lathes, mills, welders, and plasma cutters.
  • Adhere to safe working practices, including lockout and tagout procedures, to protect yourself and others.
  • Work with team members and management to improve safety, quality, and productivity.

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