Job Description

Job Description

Direct hire opportunity for an experienced Tool and Die Maker Stamping to support a high-volume manufacturing operation in Skokie, IL. This role focuses on building, repairing, maintaining, and troubleshooting stamping dies, supporting both new die builds and ongoing production needs. Openings are available on 2nd and 3rd shift, with flexibility for 1st shift for the right candidate.

This position works in a toolroom and press environment and plays a key role in minimizing downtime, improving die performance, and supporting safe, efficient production.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, and debug new stamping dies

• Repair, maintain, and troubleshoot existing dies in the toolroom and in the press

• Perform planned and unplanned die maintenance within estimated timeframes

• Complete die changeovers to meet production requirements

• Diagnose die issues and implement revisions or upgrades as needed

• Read and interpret tool and die prints

• Perform precision measurements and inspections to ensure part quality

• Support apprentices and less experienced team members

• Follow all safety, quality, and work instructions

Required Qualifications

• Tool and Die Maker experience in a stamping environment

• Strong knowledge of stamping dies, die construction, maintenance, and troubleshooting

• Ability to perform trigonometric calculations and advanced shop math

• Experience reading and working from tool prints

• Familiarity with toolroom machines and safe operating practices

• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks

• Basic computer skills

• Safety-first mindset and clear communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Tool and Die certification (TMA or equivalent)

You should be proficient in:

• GD&T
• Equipment Troubleshooting
• Troubleshooting Skills
• Manual Machining Skills
• Tool/Die/Mold Repair Skills
• Tool/Die/Mold Setup Experience
• Blueprint Reading

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Manual Grinder (Okamoto, Harig, Chevalier, Kent)
• Manual Vertical Mill (Bridgeport, ProtoTRAK, Supermax)
• Jig Grinder (Moore)