Tooling Support Technician

Accelera; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera is seeking a Tooling Support Technician to maintain stamping dies and fixtures, supporting toolmakers to optimize performance and quality. You will assist with die changes, prep tooling for uptime, and perform precision finishing to ensure component accuracy.

Responsibilities include measuring with micrometers and calipers, keeping a clean tool room, and coordinating with maintenance and production to prevent downtime. A fast-paced team environment awaits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with a willingness to learn technical processes.
• Ability to safely operate basic hand tools and shop equipment.
• Attention to detail with capacity to read measurements accurately.
• Reliable, team‑oriented worker who thrived in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the assembly, maintenance, and repair of stamping dies and tooling components.
• Execute die changeovers and prepare tooling to minimize downtime.
• Perform finishing tasks such as grinding, deburring, and polishing for accuracy.
• Use micrometers and calipers to verify tooling specifications.
• Maintain an organized, safe tool room and inventory of spare parts.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production to troubleshoot issues.
• Aid in improving equipment reliability and uptime.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Proactive learning

Safe use of hand tools

Attention to detail

Reliable work ethic

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Shop equipment operation

Job description

About the Role

As a Tooling Support Technician, you will play a vital role in our metal stamping operations by ensuring that our production dies and fixtures are maintained to the highest standards. You will work closely with skilled toolmakers to optimize equipment performance, directly contributing to the efficiency and quality of our manufacturing output.

Responsibilities

• Support the assembly, maintenance, and repair of complex stamping dies and precision tooling components.
• Execute die changeovers and prepare essential tooling to minimize production downtime.
• Perform critical finishing tasks including grinding, deburring, and polishing to ensure component accuracy.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments such as micrometers and calipers to verify tooling specifications.
• Maintain a highly organized and safe tool room environment to facilitate seamless workflow.
• Manage inventory of spare parts and shop supplies to ensure constant availability of necessary materials.
• Collaborate with the maintenance and production teams to troubleshoot equipment issues and improve operational reliability.

Required Skills

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and a proactive approach to learning technical processes.
• Proven ability to safely operate basic hand tools and shop equipment.
• Demonstrated attention to detail with the ability to interpret technical measurements.
• Reliable work ethic and the ability to function effectively within a fast-paced team.

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience in a machine shop, metal stamping, or industrial tool room environment.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting mechanical blueprints or technical drawings.
• Hands-on experience with shop machinery such as drill presses, lathes, or mills.
• Vocational training or certification in machining, manufacturing, or industrial maintenance.
• Bilingual communication skills are considered a significant asset.