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Toolmaker Apprentice 1st Shift

Fontana
Belvidere, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/28/2026

 

 

 

  • This is a 1st Shift Position
  • Benefits Begin Day 1
  • Quarterly Plant and Attendance Bonus Programs 
  • 13 Paid Holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Years Day 
  • Company Paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance Policy 
  • 401K Company Match 

 

We believe our employees are the reason for our success, and our compensation and benefits are designed to reflect that belief. 

Position Summary 

This is an entry level position to learn Tool and Die Making. Under supervisor will learn to read blueprints, use gages and equipment for the purpose of making and reworking header and secondary tooling.   

THIS IS A 1st SHIFT POSITION.

Responsibilities

  • Utilize and understand the purpose and operation of required tool room equipment. 
  • Learn how to interpret tooling and production prints.
  • Utilize and understand all tool room inspection equipment.
  • Maintains cleanliness of work area.
  • Follows company safety guidelines.
  • Performs preventative maintenance when required.
  • Learn preventative maintenance procedures. 
  • All other duties assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

  • Strong Mechanical ability.
  • General shop knowledge.
  • Experience with a variety of hand tools.  
  • Strong math skills.
  • HS Diploma/GED OR Relevant experience.
  • Strong both verbal and written communication skills.

We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, marital status, handicap, genetic infiltration, disability or status as a veteran. Fontana reserves the right to require a drug screening at any time during the employment process.

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