Precision Tool & Die Maker — Journeyman A

J L Clark; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockford Metals in Rockford, IL is seeking an Experienced Tool and Die Maker-A to build, repair, and maintain tools and dies with precision. The role focuses on meeting customer specs, minimizing downtime, and maintaining safety and quality standards.

The candidate should have at least five years as a journeyman toolmaker and possess a certified apprenticeship or equivalent hands-on experience, with proficiency in CNC and manual tooling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a certified apprenticeship program or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Minimum of five years of relevant journeyman toolmaker experience.

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints, CAD models, and drawings to understand design specs.
• Set up and operate manual and CNC machine tools to produce high-precision parts.
• Use micrometers and other gauges to verify tolerances and quality.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Precision machining

Quality focus

Education

High school diploma or GED

Apprenticeship or equivalent

Tools

CNC machines

Manual machine tools

Precision hand tools

Micrometers, calipers

Job description

Rockford Metals in Rockford, IL is seeking an Experienced Tool and Die Maker-A to build, repair, and maintain tools and dies with precision. The role focuses on meeting customer specs, minimizing downtime, and maintaining safety and quality standards.

The candidate should have at least five years as a journeyman toolmaker and possess a certified apprenticeship or equivalent hands-on experience, with proficiency in CNC and manual tooling.