Tool & Die Maker

100Hires, Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

100Hires, Inc. seeks a skilled Tool & Die Maker to support setup, maintenance, repair, and improvement of dies, molds, fixtures, and tooling at our Edgewater Terrace, IL facility. The role is on 2nd shift with a pay rate of $32–$37 per hour.

You will read blueprints, perform die tryouts, and use precision instruments to ensure dimensional accuracy. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in tool and die making, knowledge of progressive stamping dies, and Journeyman certification or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in tool and die making, preferably within stamping/manufacturing.
• Journeyman Tool & Die Maker certification or equivalent experience.
• Read blueprints, GD&T, and engineering drawings.
• Experience with progressive stamping dies and high-volume tooling.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and use precision measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Build, repair, modify, and maintain progressive dies, stamping dies, fixtures, and production tooling.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues and adjust to improve quality and efficiency.
• Perform die tryouts, inspections, and repairs as required.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and tooling specs.
• Use precision measuring instruments and machine tools to meet specs.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Precision measuring

CNC programming

Tool & Die making

Education

High school diploma/GED

Equivalent technical training

Tools

CNC machines

Mills

Lathes

Surface grinders

Drill presses

Job description

One of our manufacturing clients is looking for a skilled Tool & Die Maker to support the setup, maintenance, repair, and improvement of dies, molds, fixtures, and other production tooling at their facility in Edgewater Terrace, ILPay Rate: $32/hr – $37/hrShift: 2nd ShiftResponsibilities:Build, repair, modify, and maintain progressive dies, stamping dies, fixtures, and production tooling.Troubleshoot tooling issues and make necessary adjustments to improve production quality and efficiency.Perform die tryouts, inspections, and repairs as required.Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and tooling specifications.Use precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, and height gauges.Operate conventional and toolroom equipment including mills, lathes, surface grinders, and drill presses.Perform fitting, grinding, machining, and other toolmaking operations to meet required specifications.Inspect tooling components for wear, damage, and dimensional accuracy.Qualifications:High school diploma/GED or equivalent technical training.3+ years of experience in tool and die making, preferably within a stamping or manufacturing environment.Strong understanding of progressive dies, stamping dies, fixtures, and production tooling.CNC machining or CNC programming experience.Ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and engineering drawings.Journeyman Tool & Die Maker certification or equivalent experience.Experience with progressive stamping dies and high-volume production tooling.