Tool & Die Maker — First Shift, High-Precision, $35+/hr

Tradesmen International, Inc.; Bellwood (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation Pay

401(k) retirement savings plan

Tradesmen+ Rewards Program

Job summary

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Tool and Die Makers for projects in and around Bellwood, IL. This first shift opportunity offers a pay rate starting at $35/hour based on experience and skill.

As a Tool and Die Maker, you will inspect, diagnose, repair die sets, and support tooling maintenance to maximize production quality. Join a team that values safety, productivity, and craftsmanship.

Qualifications

• Previous Tool & Die Maker experience
• Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining complex die sets
• Experience fitting and assembling tooling components
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must be reliable, safety-conscious, and committed to maintaining production standards

Responsibilities

• Inspect, measure, troubleshoot, adjust, and repair common and complex die sets
• Diagnose tooling failures and implement corrective actions
• Develop and maintain repair findings, reports, and other technical documentation
• Heat treat tools and components as required
• Measure marks and scribes for metal stock machining operations
• Smooth flat and contoured surfaces using scrapers, abrasive stones, and power grinders
• Fit and assemble parts, assemblies, and mechanisms using hand tools
• Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances using precision measuring equipment
• Maintain tooling to maximize production efficiency and quality
• Support manufacturing operations by ensuring tooling and dies are operating properly
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment

Skills

Tool & Die Maker

Troubleshooting

Repairing die sets

Fitting tooling components

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Job description

Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Tool and Die Makers for projects in and around Bellwood, IL. This first shift opportunity offers a pay rate starting at $35/hour based on experience and skill.

As a Tool and Die Maker, you will inspect, diagnose, repair die sets, and support tooling maintenance to maximize production quality. Join a team that values safety, productivity, and craftsmanship.