Toolmaker

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Molex is seeking a Toolmaker to support precision manufacturing operations at our Lisle, Illinois facility. This role creates value by building, maintaining, troubleshooting tooling used in low volume proof of concept development in a fast-paced environment. The Toolmaker works closely with Manufacturing Engineers to develop tooling performance.

• Build, modify, repair, and maintain precision tooling, dies, molds, jigs, fixtures.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues to support rapid development to ensure quality output.
• Perform tool changeovers, setups, and adjustments as needed to support development.
• Inspect tooling using precision measuring equipment (micrometers, calipers, gauges, etc.).
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints and CAD models.
• Operate toolroom equipment including lathes, mills, surface grinders, and other precision manual machinery.
• Collaborate with engineers and operators on tool improvements and root-cause problem solving.
• Follow all safety, quality, and environmental standards.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of a Tool & Die or Toolmaker apprenticeship or equivalent hands‑on experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of precision machining and surface grinding.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Experience working on tight tolerance details.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds and stand for extended periods of time in a manufacturing environment.

• 3+ years of Toolmaker or Tool & Die experience in a production environment.
• Experience supporting stamping, molding, or high-speed manufacturing operations.
• Experience with progressive dies, fixtures, and automation-related tooling.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset.

For this role, we anticipate paying $38.00-$45.00 per hour. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength—focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance.

Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please  for additional information.