Progressive Die Machinist: Tool Room & Repair Pro

Wiegel Tool Works, Inc.; Wood Dale (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Wiegel Tool Works, Inc. in Wood Dale, IL seeks a Metal Stamping Toolroom Machinist to build, repair and maintain progressive stamping dies and precision tooling.

You will translate blueprints into precise setups, run CNC equipment, inspect dies, perform repairs, and create countermeasures to prevent recurrence. Responsibilities include multi-step setups, tooling inspections with micrometers/calipers, and adherence to safety practices to ensure quality and throughput in a manufacturing

Qualifications

• Hands-on proficiency with machinery and equipment.
• Ability to read Blueprints, Piece Prints, and GD&T.
• Advanced math skills for feeds, speeds, distances, geometry.
• Strong communication and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Translate drawings into actionable machining steps and provide design feedback to improve manufacturability.
• Machine close-tolerance parts using grinders, drills, mills, lathes and hand tools; fabricate prototypes.
• Receive, inspect and repair dies; document changes and implement countermeasures to prevent recurrence.
• Plan operations and multi-step setups to meet specified machining outcomes.
• Validate die and part specifications using micrometers, calipers and gauges; maintain quality and throughput.
• Champion safety, PPE and housekeeping; document repairs and changes; train peers on machining and die maintenance.
• Maintain inventory of spare die components and supplies; complete paperwork per company policies.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Progressive Die

Tool/Die/Mold Repair

Tool/Die/Mold Setup

Blueprint Reading

GD&T

Tools

CNC Programs/Control Panels

Job description

Wiegel Tool Works, Inc. in Wood Dale, IL seeks a Metal Stamping Toolroom Machinist to build, repair and maintain progressive stamping dies and precision tooling.

You will translate blueprints into precise setups, run CNC equipment, inspect dies, perform repairs, and create countermeasures to prevent recurrence. Responsibilities include multi-step setups, tooling inspections with micrometers/calipers, and adherence to safety practices to ensure quality and throughput in a manufacturing