Die Maker — Jigs, Fixtures, and Stamping Tooling

About Am Tab

AmTab designs, manufactures, and furnishes modern learning environments from our facility in Bensenville, IL. We’re expanding and looking for a Die Maker who takes pride in precision and reliability.

AmTab designs, manufactures, and furnishes modern learning environments from our facility in Bensenville, IL. We’re expanding and looking for a Die Maker who takes pride in precision and reliability.

• Build and repair: progressive dies and single-station dies for production.
• Jigs and fixtures: develop, maintain, and improve tooling that supports furniture manufacturing.
• Documentation: produce tooling layouts, detailed drawings, and final assembly documentation.
• Maintenance: sharpen and service dies to maintain tight tolerances and uptime.
• Improvement: lead continuous improvement initiatives across tooling, products, and processes.

• High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and certifications.
• 3+ years of experience as a Tool & Die Maker/Machinist or closely related role.
• Proven Tool and Die experience (non-negotiable).

• Lift up to 35 pounds occasionally.
• Remain stationary for extended periods as job tasks require.

• Equipment troubleshooting and general problem-solving.
• Metal stamping/forming with progressive die systems.
• Manual machining expertise.
• Tool/die/mold repair and setup.
• Blueprint reading and interpretation.

• Manual grinder and jig grinder.
• CNC lathe (2–4 axis).
• Manual vertical mill.

Your craftsmanship directly supports the creation of safe, durable, and inspiring educational furniture. Join a team where quality tools, clear prints, and continuous improvement drive every decision.