Tool & Die Maker

Accelera; Illinois; On-site; USD 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera in Edgewater Terrace, IL seeks a Tool & Die Maker to maintain, install, and optimize molds, dies, fixtures, and production tools on the 2nd shift. The role requires reading schematics, GD&T, and working with high-precision measuring tools to ensure parts meet exact specs.

You will operate lathes, mills, grinders, drills, and other standard toolroom equipment, performing machining and testing tasks to keep tooling in top condition.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or technical education program.
• A minimum of three years working in tool and die manufacturing, ideally within stamping.
• Comprehensive knowledge of stamping dies, progressive dies, and production fixtures.
• Proficiency in programming or operating CNC machinery.
• Experience interpreting blueprints, GD&T, and engineering docs.
• Journeyman Tool & Die Maker credential or equivalent.
• Background in high-volume production tooling and progressive stamping dies.

Responsibilities

• Construct, service, and update stamping dies, progressive dies, and fixtures to ensure operation.
• Identify and resolve tooling malfunctions to boost quality and efficiency.
• Conduct die testing, assessments, and maintenance tasks.
• Read and apply engineering schematics and tooling requirements.
• Use height gauges, calipers, micrometers, and gauges for measurement.
• Operate toolroom machines: drill presses, grinders, lathes, and mills.
• Perform machining, grinding, and fitting to meet design standards.
• Evaluate tooling parts for wear and dimensional deviations.

Skills

CNC programming

Blueprint interpretation

GD&T proficiency

Tool & Die manufacturing

Machining accuracy

Education

High school diploma / GED / technical education

Tools

Height gauges

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Drill presses

Lathes

Mills

Surface grinders

Job description

We are seeking a talented Tool & Die Maker to join our manufacturing team in Edgewater Terrace, IL. In this role, you will be responsible for the upkeep, installation, and optimization of molds, dies, fixtures, and various production tools.

Compensation: $32/hr – $37/hr

Schedule: 2nd Shift

Key Duties

• Construct, service, and update stamping dies, progressive dies, and various production fixtures to ensure operational success.


• Identify and resolve tooling malfunctions to help boost overall production quality and efficiency.


• Conduct necessary die testing, assessments, and maintenance tasks.


• Analyze and utilize engineering schematics, technical drawings, and tooling requirements.


• Utilize high-precision tools like height gauges, calipers, micrometers, and various gauges.


• Manage standard toolroom machinery, including drill presses, surface grinders, lathes, and mills.


• Execute machining, grinding, and fitting tasks to ensure components align with precise design standards.


• Evaluate tooling parts to identify signs of wear, structural damage, or deviations from required dimensions.

Required Skills and Experience

• Completion of a high school diploma, GED, or a relevant technical education program.


• A minimum of three years working in tool and die manufacturing, ideally within a stamping facility.


• Comprehensive knowledge regarding the function and maintenance of stamping dies, progressive dies, and production fixtures.


• Proficiency in programming or operating CNC machinery.


• Expertise in interpreting complex blueprints, GD&T standards, and engineering documentation.


• Possession of a Journeyman Tool & Die Maker credential or a comparable level of professional expertise.


• Proven background working with high-volume production tooling and progressive stamping dies.