Tool & Die Maker

Yetter Farm Equipment; Macomb (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid health, dental, vision, &

prescription insurance

Paid Time Off and 10 Paid Holidays

401(k) with profit sharing

Company-paid life insurance and disb.

Safety footwear and eyewear reimburse-

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Yetter Manufacturing in Macomb, IL is seeking a Tool & Die Maker who will design, build, repair, and maintain tools, dies, and fixtures used across production. You will set up manual and CNC equipment, read blueprints, and ensure precision.

The role requires knowledge of CAD and welding, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work first shift with overtime. Join a team focused on quality and safety with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training or experience preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and calculate dimensions and tolerances.
• Experience with CAD and welding required; precision measuring tools.
• Proficient with tool room machinery: lathes, mills, grinders and drills.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and adjust manual and CNC equipment to build and maintain tools and fixtures.
• Fit and assemble parts to make, repair, or modify tools and dies.
• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, models, and specifications to plan machining and fabrication work.
• Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances using calipers, micrometers, gauge blocks, and dial indicators.
• Inspect and test completed tools and dies, making adjustments to ensure parts meet specifications.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing problems and recommend solutions.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs to keep tools, dies, and equipment in good working condition.
• Manage raw material inventory and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Skills

Blueprint reading

CNC machining

Precision measuring

Lathes Mills Grinders Drills

CAD

Welding

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training

Tools

CAD

Welding

Job description

Open position: Tool & Die Maker

Join the Yetter Manufacturing Team! Yetter Manufacturing is seeking a Tool & Die Maker to join our team in Macomb, Illinois. If you enjoy precision machining, solving problems, and building tools that support quality manufacturing, we’d love to hear from you! In this role, you’ll design, build, repair, and maintain tools, dies, and fixtures used throughout our production operations.

What You’ll Do

• Set up, operate, and adjust manual and CNC equipment to build and maintain tools and fixtures
• Fit and assemble parts to make, repair, or modify tools and dies
• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, models, and specifications to plan machining and fabrication work
• Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances using calipers, micrometers, gauge blocks, and dial indicators
• Inspect and test completed tools and dies, making adjustments to ensure parts meet specifications
• Troubleshoot manufacturing problems and recommend solutions
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs to keep tools, dies, and equipment in good working condition
• Manage raw material inventory and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; vocational school training or equivalent experience required
• Ability to read blueprints and calculate dimensions and tolerances
• Proficiency in setting up and operating tool room machinery including lathes, mills, grinders, and drills
• Ability to use precision measuring tools
• Experience with CAD and welding required
• Strong manual dexterity, accuracy, and attention to detail
• Ability to pass pre-employment screening

Role Specifics

• First Shift: 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
• Monday through Friday, plus required overtime as scheduled
• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with exposure to varying seasonal temperatures, noise, machinery, and other typical factory conditions.
• Physically active position requiring standing for the duration of the shift, repetitive work, and regular lifting up to 50 pounds.

Why Join Yetter?

It’s not just a job when you join Yetter Manufacturing - It’s a career. We offer opportunities to develop new skills, grow professionally and advance within our Company. That’s why we offer competitive pay and an excellent benefits package, including:

Benefits

• Company-paid health, dental, vision, and prescription insurance
• Paid Time Off and 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with profit sharing
• Company-paid life insurance and disability benefits
• Safety footwear and eyewear reimbursements

Yetter is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates.