Tool & Die Maker

Worthington Steel; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that prioritizes its people and offers competitive pay along with excellent benefits. As a Tool & Die Maker, you will be integral in analyzing specifications and operating machinery to create and repair essential tools and dies. This role provides a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your skills will be honed and valued. With a focus on safety and quality, you will contribute to a leading manufacturer in the steel industry, ensuring that precision and excellence are at the forefront of production. If you are passionate about craftsmanship and want to advance your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience as a Tool & Die Maker.
• Knowledge of safety practices and high-quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Test tools and dies for specifications, making adjustments as needed.
• Inspect and verify parts for quality and precision.

Skills

Manual Tool Room Machinery

CNC Machinery Operation

Detail Orientation

Effective Communication

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certified Tool & Die Maker

Tools

CNC Machinery

High-Speed Stamping Dies

Job description

The only thing stronger than steel are the people who power it. At Tempel Steel, join a company where we put people first. From competitive pay and excellent benefits to development programs that drive career momentum, we want to help you reach your personal and professional goals.

We are looking for a skilled Tool & Die Maker! The Tool & Die Maker is a machinist who analyzes specifications, lays out metal stock, sets-up and operates machine tools, and fit and assemble parts to make and repair dies, cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and machinists' hand tools.

Shift: 1st shift (6AM - 2PM)

Pay range is $30 to $35 per hour

Tempel, a Worthington Steel (NYSE:WS) owned company, is a leading global manufacturer of precision magnetic steel laminations for the motor, generator, auto and transformer industries, and beyond. We deliver precision manufacturing, metallurgical analysis, engineering, prototyping and product design, tooling, and value-added capabilities to customers via a global manufacturing footprint.

Key Responsibilities:

• Test tools/dies for specifications, making adjustments as needed


• Fabricate, fit, and assemble parts using various machine tools


• Inspect and verify parts for quality and precision


• Operate manual and CNC machinery for cutting, shaping, and drilling


• Design jigs, fixtures, and templates for efficient production


• Maintain safe and clean workspace

Core Competencies:

• Adaptability to changing priorities


• Strong multitasking, detail-oriented skills


• Effective communication across all organizational levels


• Knowledge of policies, procedures, and new technologies

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent


• Certified Tool & Die Maker with 2-5 years of experience (minimum)


• Proficient in manual tool room machinery and high-speed stamping dies


• Knowledge of safety practices and high-quality standards


• Preferred: 6+ years of experience, lamination and carbide expertise, lean manufacturing experience