Top 42 Tool and Die Makers Jobs in Chicago, IL

Tool & Die Maker
Laborup —La Grange, IL
- $66,000 - $78,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Communication skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Tool & Die Maker
Weiss-Aug – Elk Grove Village, IL —Elk Grove Village, IL
- $30 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Computer literacy
- Computer skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Tool & Die Maker – Progressive Die Stamping
CHASE Professionals —Morton Grove, IL
- $30 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Tool & Die Maker (Carbide & Steel)
Tool & Die Shop —Bensenville, IL
- $22 - $30 an hour
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- Math
- In-person
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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TOOL AND DIE MACHINIST/ TOOL MAKER
CHICAGO HARDWARE & FIXTURE COMPANY —Franklin Park, IL
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Skilled Trade - Tool and Die Maker - Chicago Stamping Plant
Ford Motor Company —Chicago Heights, IL
- $43.80 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Profit sharing
- AD&D insurance
Tool and Die Maker - $41/Hour
Autokiniton —Chicago, IL
- $41 an hour
- Full-time
- 5 years
- In-person
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Tool and Die Maker
Manor Tool —Schiller Park, IL
- $30 - $40 an hour
- Overtime
- Basic math
- English
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Tool & Die Maker - 1st & 2nd shift
Principal Manufacturing —Broadview, IL
- $25 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Design Engineer – Tooling & Progressive Die Design
CHASE Professionals —Morton Grove, IL
- $90,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
- 5 years
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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In-Home Sales Representative
Skyline Exteriors Landscaping & Snow Removal Inc. —Skokie, IL
- $80,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Sales
- Computer literacy
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Tool and Die Maker/Machinist
Chicago Heights Star Tool and Die Works, Inc. —Chicago Heights, IL
- $25 - $28 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Tool and Die Maker Apprentice
Weiss-Aug – Elk Grove Village, IL —Elk Grove Village, IL
- $16 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- High school
- Manufacturing
- Communication skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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TOOL MAKER
Advatix, Inc. —Franklin Park, IL
- $30 - $37 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
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Tool & Die Maker
Howmet Aerospace —Skokie, IL
- $30 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- 5 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Manufacturing
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Tool Maker A
HireNow Staffing —Franklin Park, IL
- $36.83 an hour
- Overtime
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Continuous improvement
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Tool and Die Maker / Machinist
AmTab —Bensenville, IL
- $30 - $37 an hour
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
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Tooling Development Apprentice – DOL-Registered Program
Wiegel Tool Works —Wood Dale, IL
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
- Trade school
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Business Operations Specialist
NOCD —Chicago, IL
- $85,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- SQL
- Analysis skills
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Die Maker / Utility (Production)
CTI —Elmhurst, IL
- $20 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Mentoring
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Tool & Die Maker

Laborup -
La Grange, IL

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Job Details

$66,000 - $78,000 a year
2 days ago

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Machine tool maintenance
Mechanical blueprint interpretation
Engineering equipment malfunctions diagnostics
Blueprint specification interpretation
Grinding machine operation
Mechanical fabrication
Industrial equipment troubleshooting
Manufacturing facility experience
Fabrication repair techniques
Milling machines
Manual machining
Mechanical troubleshooting
Production troubleshooting

Full Job Description

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Tool & Die Maker to join our established tool room team. We are a premier metal stamping manufacturer producing critical, high-quality components for the automotive and defense industries. This is a hands-on manual shop environment, and we rely on the traditional, highly skilled craftsmanship of our toolmakers to keep our operations running smoothly.

In this role, your primary focus will be on the expert repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting of our extensive library of tooling. You will be responsible for ensuring that our lineup of small to large progressive and transfer dies (ranging from 150-ton to 1500-ton) and our robotic welding fixtures are in tip-top shape. If you take pride in manual machining, precision form grinding, and keeping heavy machinery running flawlessly, you will be a perfect fit for this team.

A Journeyman card is not required—we care about your practical skills and ability to get the job done right.

Compensation

$33 - $38 / hr
Hourly pay based on experience
Apprenticeship training available

Shifts

1st Shift: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
2nd Shift: 3:30 PM - 12:00 AM

Responsibilities:

Die Maintenance & Repair – Perform preventative maintenance and high-precision repairs on small to large progressive and transfer tooling (150-ton to 1500-ton presses) to ensure zero-defect production.
Manual Machining Expertise – Operate traditional manual equipment including mills, lathes, saws, and surface and Blanchard grinders. Sharpen and shim tooling components, with form grinding required.
Floor Troubleshooting – Respond to the production floor to diagnose and troubleshoot tooling issues under pressure, minimizing machine downtime.
Jig & Fixture Upkeep – Maintain, repair, and adjust robotic and spot welding fixtures to ensure accurate assemblies.
Blueprint Reading & Fabrication – Read and interpret complex blueprints to fabricate replacement tooling components directly from prints.
Quality & Safety Compliance – Work safely, wear required PPE, and report any unsafe conditions. Demonstrate awareness of and compliance with ISO 9001/14001 and IATF 16949 standards.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Required:

Tooling Experience: Proven experience maintaining and repairing progressive and transfer dies in a high-volume manufacturing environment (minimum 1 year within the automotive industry preferred).
Manual Machining Skills: High proficiency in operating manual mills, lathes, and grinders (surface/Blanchard).
Blueprint Literacy: Strong ability to read blueprints and create or modify tooling components based on print specifications.
Problem-Solving Mindset: Excellent troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose mechanical issues on the press.
Communication: Strong oral and written communication skills.

Preferred:

Welding Skills: Experience with welding is highly helpful for fixture repair.
Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with In-Die-Sensors and AutoCAD is a strong plus.
Language: Bilingual skills are preferred but not required.
Certification: Certified Journeyman Tool Maker is welcome, but strictly not required.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan
Paid time off, holidays, and personal leave

Pay: $66,000.00 - $78,000.00 per year

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