Tool Finisher - Temp to Hire 
Bedford Park, IL
3rd shift - 10:00pm - 6:30am 
Train on 1st shift: 6:00am - 2:30pm
Pay Rate: $21.75 to $24 per hour based on experience

Kelly has partnered with a manufacturing facility in Bedford Park, IL and is seeking a Tool Finisher to join their R&D Tool Shop team!

This is an excellent opportunity for mechanically inclined individuals looking to build a career in CNC machining, tooling, and advanced manufacturing. The Tool Finisher plays a key role in preparing, inspecting, and finishing precision tooling components while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment in accordance with company safety guidelines.
• Accurately track labor and project activities using shop work order and production tracking systems.
• Set up and operate micro-drill presses to drill precision ventilation holes and other tooling features.
• Perform finishing operations on machined tooling components using scrapers, stones, files, abrasives, emery cloths, die grinders, and related hand tools.
• Inspect tooling and machined components for surface finish, dimensional accuracy, contour conformity, and overall quality.
• Utilize precision measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, and gauges to verify specifications.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, CAD drawings, sketches, and work instructions.
• Assist with assembly, packaging, and shipment preparation of tooling and machined components.
• Identify and communicate quality concerns, process issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• Work independently and collaboratively within a team environment to meet production and project deadlines.
• Support additional tooling, machining, and manufacturing activities as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in manufacturing or machining.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work with a high level of accuracy.
• Experience using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Basic math skills, including algebra and geometry.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to work overtime and flexible schedules as business needs require.

Preferred:

• Previous experience in a machine shop, tool room, manufacturing, fabrication, or CNC environment.
• Experience using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other inspection tools.
• Exposure to CNC machining, tooling, mold making, die making, or metalworking operations.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Career advancement opportunities
• Clean, modern manufacturing environment
• Hands-on training and professional development
• Stable industry-leading manufacturing organization