Tool & Die Maker A - 2nd Shift

J L Clark; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockford Metals in Rockford, IL is seeking an Experienced Tool and Die Maker-A to build, repair, and maintain tools and dies with precision. The role focuses on meeting customer specs, minimizing downtime, and maintaining safety and quality standards.

The candidate should have at least five years as a journeyman toolmaker and possess a certified apprenticeship or equivalent hands-on experience, with proficiency in CNC and manual tooling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a certified apprenticeship program or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Minimum of five years of relevant journeyman toolmaker experience.

Responsibilities

• Interpret blueprints, CAD models, and drawings to understand design specs.
• Set up and operate manual and CNC machine tools to produce high-precision parts.
• Use micrometers and other gauges to verify tolerances and quality.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Precision machining

Quality focus

Education

High school diploma or GED

Apprenticeship or equivalent

Tools

CNC machines

Manual machine tools

Precision hand tools

Micrometers, calipers

Job description

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Rockford Metals - Rockford, IL 61104, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $31.53 - $36.08 Hourly, Travel Percentage: None

The Tool and Die Maker-A is responsible for building, repairing, and maintaining tools, dies, fixtures, gauges, and related equipment. This role supports production operations by correcting tooling issues, ensuring parts meet customer specifications, and minimizing downtime. Work must be performed with precision and a strong focus on quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. This position requires skills and experience equivalent to an "A" journeyman toolmaker.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Interpret technical blueprints, CAD models, and engineering drawings to fully understand design specifications and required part geometry.
• Set up and operate a variety of machine tools (manual and CNC) to manufacture high-precision tools, dies, and machine components to exact tolerances.
• Use precision measurement instruments—inclu� micrometers mm mm mm! mm mm!

Education, Training & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a certified apprenticeship program or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience as a journeyman toolmaker.
• Must demonstrate expertise and proficiency at a journeyman “A” level.

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Machine tools (manual and CNC), and precision hand tools.
• Measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and gauges.
• Must possess strong analytical and mechanical aptitude with excellent manual dexterity.
• Required to supply personal hand tools and measuring instruments for daily use.

Relationships:

Interacts regularly with:

• Production employees
• Tool room employees
• Engineering team members

Supervisory RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

Supervised By: Facilities & Tech Services Manager Qualifications: