TOOLMAKER

Toolmaker

J.S.T. Corporate Office (JA) - Waukegan, IL 60085

Salary Range $30.00 - $36.00 Hourly Job Shift First Shift

We are seeking an experienced Toolmaker to support the design, build, development, and qualification of production die and mold tooling. This role is responsible for creating and maintaining high-precision tooling to support production while ensuring reliability, quality, and efficiency.

This position requires a certified Journeyman Tool and Die Maker with strong hands-on experience in tool room operations.

• Build, develop, and qualify production die and mold tooling
• Manufacture replacement die and mold tooling as needed
• Support tooling improvements and troubleshooting to meet production requirements
• Maintain and care for tool room equipment
• Read and interpret product and tool drawings
• Set up and operate press machines
• Perform machining, fitting, heat treating, and tool development activities
• Support prototyping and new tool development
• Complete additional duties as assigned

• Certified Journeyman Tool and Die Maker
• Strong experience with die and mold building and development
• Proficiency in all tool room machines
• Ability to read and interpret complex drawings and specifications
• Solid understanding of machining, heat treating, and tooling qualification
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 5–7 years of related toolmaking experience
• Technical school training preferred
• CAD and NC programming experience a plus