Top 77 tool maker Jobs in chicago il

Tool & Die Maker
Laborup —Ind Head Park, IL
- $30 - $32 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Tool & Die Maker (new build) - Off Shift
DRiV —Skokie, IL
- $26 - $35 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Tool & Die Maker (tool repair) - Off Shift
DRiV —Skokie, IL
- $30 - $40 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Hommer Tool & MFG. —Arlington Heights, IL
- $21 - $35 an hour
- Email
- Military
- US work authorization
- Power tools
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Tool & Die Maker – Progressive Die Stamping Location: Morton Grove, IL
CHASE Professionals —Morton Grove, IL
- $31 - $40 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
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Tool Room Manager
Tempel Steel Company —Chicago, IL
- $96,500 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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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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Plastic injection Mold Maker/toolmake
Janler —Chicago, IL
- $30 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Tool Room Supervisor
Aminov Search Partners —Chicago, IL
- $42 an hour
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Tool & Model Maker - P
S & C Electric Company —Chicago, IL
- $32 - $44 an hour
- Email
- CAD
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Tool Room Supervisor
Worthington Steel —Chicago, IL
- $96,500 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Assembly
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Toolroom Machinist-Intermediate (1st Shift)
S & C Electric Company —Chicago, IL
- $25 - $36 an hour
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
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
Mold Maker/Toolmaker
Panduit —Orland Park, IL
- $30 - $40 an hour
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Profit sharing
- Health 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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Toolmaker
Adkev, Inc —Harwood Heights, IL
- $27 - $36 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Computer skills
- 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 Maker Precision Machining
Caliberr Staffing —Elk Grove Village, IL
- $30.40 - $48.40 an hour
- Full-time
- CAD
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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Tool & Die Technician
Monarch Technical Search —Lincolnwood, IL
- $33 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Hand tools
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Mold Maker/Tool Maker
ACE Partners —Chicago, IL
- $36 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- Basic math
- Assembly
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Tool & Die Maker

Laborup -
Ind Head Park, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$30 - $32 an hour

Benefits

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

$30 - $32 / 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

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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