Tool & Die Maker Apprentice — Paid Training & Hands-On Die Work

OTTO Engineering, Inc; Carpentersville (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Sharing Bonus

Vacation time after 30 days and after

Health benefits

Job summary

OTTO Engineering, Inc. seeks a Tool and Die Maker Apprentice to learn metal stamping, die setup, and operate manual machines (saws, mills, drill presses, grinders, lathes, wire EDM) and CNC milling.

The three-year program combines evening classroom instruction via the Technology and Manufacturing Association (TMA) in Schaumburg, IL with day-to-day hands-on work at OTTO Tech Center. Expect growth and a strong skill-building path.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Completion of an industrial technology high school program or equivalent.
• Consistent attendance and willingness to excel in machining.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Availability for nonstandard or extended work schedule.
• Reach heights that may require a stepladder; lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work in a quick paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate Tool Room equipment and perform basic toolmaking tasks.
• Do maintenance on machines and keep area clean and safe.
• Build and assemble new tools and interpret tooling prints.
• Perform SPC and understand press operation; assist with related duties.

Skills

Machining

Tool and Die

Attention to neat appearance

Good communication

Organizational skills

Willingness to excel in machining

Availability for nonstandard or extend

Education

Completion of an industrial technology high school program or equivalent

High school diploma

Tools

Saws

Mills

Drill presses

Grinder

Lathes

Wire EDM

CNC milling

Job description

OTTO Engineering, Inc. seeks a Tool and Die Maker Apprentice to learn metal stamping, die setup, and operate manual machines (saws, mills, drill presses, grinders, lathes, wire EDM) and CNC milling.

The three-year program combines evening classroom instruction via the Technology and Manufacturing Association (TMA) in Schaumburg, IL with day-to-day hands-on work at OTTO Tech Center. Expect growth and a strong skill-building path.