Precision Tool & Die Maker (CNC) – 1st Shift

Jl Clark; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockford Metals in Rockford, IL is seeking a Tool & Die Maker-A for 1st shift. The role emphasizes building, repairing, and maintaining tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures with a focus on precision, safety, and quality. Read blueprints and program CNC/manual tools to exact tolerances.

Experience: equivalent to an A journeyman toolmaker; 5+ years preferred; apprenticeship or equivalent required. Salary range listed as hourly, with duties spanning setup, inspection, and routine maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a certified apprenticeship program or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience as a journeyman toolmaker.
• Must demonstrate expertise and proficiency at a journeyman “A” level.

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints, CAD models, and engineering drawings to guide fabrication.
• Set up and operate manual and CNC machine tools to manufacture high-precision parts.
• Use precision measuring instruments to verify parts meet specifications.
• Assemble and disassemble tooling, conduct functional tests and maintenance.
• Diagnose and repair damaged tools/dies and perform routine maintenance.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

CNC operation

Precision measurement

Quality mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified apprenticeship program

Tools

Machine tools

Job description

Rockford Metals in Rockford, IL is seeking a Tool & Die Maker-A for 1st shift. The role emphasizes building, repairing, and maintaining tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures with a focus on precision, safety, and quality. Read blueprints and program CNC/manual tools to exact tolerances.

Experience: equivalent to an A journeyman toolmaker; 5+ years preferred; apprenticeship or equivalent required. Salary range listed as hourly, with duties spanning setup, inspection, and routine maintenance.