Top 86 Tool maker Jobs in Elmhurst, 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 (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 & 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
Howmet Aerospace —Skokie, IL
- $30 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- 5 years
- High school diploma or GED
- Manufacturing
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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 and Die Maker
NSI INDUSTRIES —Norridge, IL
- $37 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Dental 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 and Die Maker
OTTO Engineering —Carpentersville, IL
- $26 - $33 an hour
- Overtime
- CAD
- 5 years
- Computer literacy
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
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Tool Room Supervisor
OTTO Engineering —Carpentersville, IL
- $45 - $65 an hour
- Overtime
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Senior level
- Leadership
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
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Injection Mold Maker
OTTO Engineering —Carpentersville, IL
- $26 - $32 an hour
- Overtime
- 5 years
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
Toolmaker Technician
DUKANE IAS LLC —Saint Charles, IL
- $34.04 - $41.60 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- No high school diploma
- Mid-level
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Tool & Die Maker 2nd Shift
IMS Buhrke-Olson —Arlington Heights, IL
- $30 - $35 an hour
- Overtime
- English
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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CNC Cutter Grinder - 2nd Shift - Carol Stream, IL
BLACKHAWK INDUSTRIAL OPERATING CO —Carol Stream, IL
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Pass drug screening
- English
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Tool Die Maker Machinist
Manpower —Schaumburg, IL
- $20 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- In-person
- Paid time off
- Referral program
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Injection Mold Technician
Accelera —Elgin, IL
- $20.90 - $28.60 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Manufacturing
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Tool Room Engineer/Manager
Worthington Steel —Chicago, IL
- $96,500 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Senior level
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Injection Molding Tooling Technician
The Lakone Company —Montgomery, IL
- $20 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Quality control
- US work authorization
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Tool Room Machinist
Tibor Machine Products —Bridgeview, IL
- $27 - $32 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Continuous improvement
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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2nd Shift - Tool and Die Repair
EJOT ATF, LP. —Lincolnwood, IL
- From $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 1 year
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Tool Maker I
MW Components —Addison, IL
- Power tools
- Hand tools
- Entry level
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Tool & Die Maker

Laborup -
La Grange, IL

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Job Details

$66,000 - $78,000 a year

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

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

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