Senior Tool & Die Maker: High-Precision 2nd Shift

J L Clark; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

J.L. Clark in Rockford, IL, seeks an experienced Tool Maker to produce and repair tools, dies, fixtures, and gauges. The role requires proficiency in blueprint reading and building/assembling tools to meet customer specs.

A journeyman level of skill is expected, with substantial hands-on experience in a high-precision metalworking environment. The position emphasizes operating tool room equipment, tolerances, and setup knowledge, supporting the company’s ongoing manufacturing excellence and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with completion of an apprentice program or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in tool making and related fields.
• A journeyman tool maker with blueprints reading and tool assembly skills.

Responsibilities

• Make and repair tools, dies, fixtures, gauges, etc., to satisfy customers.
• Read and interpret blueprints to lay out machine and hand tool operations.
• Set up and operate tool room machines and use hand tools for die and tool parts.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Toolmaking

Machine setup

Gauges/measurements

Education

Vocational or high school diploma or GED

Tools

EDM machines

CNC machines

Measuring tools

Job description

J.L. Clark in Rockford, IL, seeks an experienced Tool Maker to produce and repair tools, dies, fixtures, and gauges. The role requires proficiency in blueprint reading and building/assembling tools to meet customer specs.

A journeyman level of skill is expected, with substantial hands-on experience in a high-precision metalworking environment. The position emphasizes operating tool room equipment, tolerances, and setup knowledge, supporting the company’s ongoing manufacturing excellence and