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Tool and Die Maker
AI Summary
Inspects, repairs, and maintains complex die sets and tooling to keep manufacturing production running efficiently and to specification. Diagnoses tooling failures, fits and assembles components, and documents technical findings.
About this role
Description
Tradesmen International is immediately hiring experienced Tool and Die Makers for projects located in or around Bellwood, IL. This is a first shift opportunity and the pay rate starts at $35/hour based on experience and skill level. If you are a Tool and Die Maker and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity and superior craftsmanship, this is your chance to advance your career!
Job Scope:
- Inspect, measure, troubleshoot, adjust, and repair common and complex die sets
- Diagnose tooling failures and implement corrective actions
- Develop and maintain repair findings, reports, and other technical documentation
- Heat treat tools and components as required
- Measure marks and scribes for metal stock machining operations
- Smooth flat and contoured surfaces using scrapers, abrasive stones, and power grinders
- Fit and assemble parts, assemblies, and mechanisms using hand tools
- Verify dimensions, alignments, and clearances using precision measuring equipment
- Maintain tooling to maximize production efficiency and quality
- Support manufacturing operations by ensuring tooling and dies are operating properly
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
Requirements:
- Previous Tool & Die Maker experience
- Experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining complex die sets
- Experience fitting and assembling tooling components
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Must be reliable, safety-conscious, and committed to maintaining production standards
Company Details
Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry.
Our comprehensive benefits include:
- Tradesmen+ Rewards Program – earn points for hours worked
- Vacation Pay
- Health insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability
“Be Safe” from fraud! Tradesmen International will never ask you to pay for certifications, equipment, or other “up front” costs as a condition of hire. Similarly, we do not request pictures of documents or IDs to private phone numbers or email addresses. If in doubt, please call or visit your closest Tradesmen office to verify the request.
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Location
US-IL-BELLWOODSkills
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