Tool and Die Maker

Tradesmen International, Inc.; Bellwood (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation Pay

401(k) retirement savings plan

Tradesmen+ Rewards Program

Job summary

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Tool and Die Makers for projects in and around Bellwood, IL. This first shift opportunity offers a pay rate starting at $35/hour based on experience and skill.

As a Tool and Die Maker, you will inspect, diagnose, repair die sets, and support tooling maintenance to maximize production quality. Join a team that values safety, productivity, and craftsmanship.

Qualifications

• Previous Tool & Die Maker experience
• Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining complex die sets
• Experience fitting and assembling tooling components
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must be reliable, safety-conscious, and committed to maintaining production standards

Responsibilities

• Inspect, measure, troubleshoot, adjust, and repair common and complex die sets
• Diagnose tooling failures and implement corrective actions
• Develop and maintain repair findings, reports, and other technical documentation
• Heat treat tools and components as required
• Measure marks and scribes for metal stock machining operations
• Smooth flat and contoured surfaces using scrapers, abrasive stones, and power grinders
• Fit and assemble parts, assemblies, and mechanisms using hand tools
• Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances using precision measuring equipment
• Maintain tooling to maximize production efficiency and quality
• Support manufacturing operations by ensuring tooling and dies are operating properly
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment

Skills

Tool & Die Maker

Troubleshooting

Repairing die sets

Fitting tooling components

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Job description

Description

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Tool and Die Makers for projects located in or around Bellwood, IL. This is a first shift opportunity and the pay rate starts at $35/hour based on experience and skill level. If you are a Tool and Die Maker and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career!

Job Scope:

• Inspect, measure, troubleshoot, adjust, and repair common and complex die sets
• Diagnose tooling failures and implement corrective actions
• Develop and maintain repair findings, reports, and other technical documentation
• Heat treat tools and components as required
• Measure marks and scribes for metal stock machining operations
• Smooth flat and contoured surfaces using scrapers, abrasive stones, and power grinders
• Fit and assemble parts, assemblies, and mechanisms using hand tools
• Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances using precision measuring equipment
• Maintain tooling to maximize production efficiency and quality
• Support manufacturing operations by ensuring tooling and dies are operating properly
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment

Requirements:

• Previous Tool & Die Maker experience
• Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining complex die sets
• Experience fitting and assembling tooling components
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must be reliable, safety-conscious, and committed to maintaining production standards

Company Details

Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry.

Our comprehensive benefits include:

• Tradesmen+ Rewards Program – earn points for hours worked
• Vacation Pay
• Health insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan

Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability

Location

US-IL-BELLWOOD