Tooling Engineer

TOOLING ENGINEER

Handi-Foil, an industry leader in the manufacture, sale, marketing and distribution of disposable aluminum bakeware has immediate openings for a Tooling Engineer at our manufacturing facility in Antioch, IL. We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Tooling Engineer to join our manufacturing team dedicated to producing high-quality recyclable aluminum pans. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain tooling systems that support efficient, precise, and cost-effective production processes

• Design and optimize tooling for forming, stamping, and machining aluminum components
• Collaborate with production teams to assess tooling performance and implement improvements
• Select appropriate materials and fabrication techniques based on production volume and product requirements
• Work closely with suppliers to source, fabricate, and test tooling parts
• Analyze tooling failures and conduct root cause analysis with corrective action plans
• Support new product development with tooling feasibility studies and prototype design
• Ensure all tooling meets safety and compliance standards, including dimensional tolerances and surface quality
• Maintain detailed documentation including CAD files, tooling specifications, and revision histories

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in tooling design, preferably in metal-forming or cookware industries
• Proficiency in CAD software
• Strong knowledge of aluminum alloys and press tooling
• Experience with quality systems and manufacturing documentation
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities

• Experience with compound dies

We offer the opportunity to work for a stable and growing company, a competitive salary and great benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and 401(k).

A reasonable estimate of the starting base salary for this role is: $90,000 annualized. Please note that actual salaries may be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay:
From $90,000.00 per year

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid jury duty
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person