Tool and Die Maker

OTTO EngineeringCarpentersville, IL
Onsite

About The Position

OTTO Engineering is seeking a skilled Tool and Die Maker to lead tool development and the debugging of new dies. This role involves working with cutting-edge technology in our Tech Center, which has complete engineering capabilities for designing, building, debugging, and maintaining tooling for both short-run and high-volume production. OTTO Engineering is a privately-owned, proudly American company that focuses on delivering mission-critical solutions with precision and pride, investing in long-term business success and sharing company profits with employees.

Requirements

  • Troubleshooting skills as a Tool and Die Maker
  • Blue-Print reading with GDT
  • Knowledge of SPC
  • Various inspection equipment
  • Basic computer skills
  • Understand tool steels and production material
  • Completed Tool and Die Apprenticeship or 10+ years of equivalent experience
  • 5-7 years of experience as a Tool and Die Maker with troubleshooting skills
  • Expert in Blue-Print reading with GDT
  • Basic computer skills
  • Knowledge of SPC
  • Ability to lift and move 50 lbs. with assistance as necessary
  • Ability to push 200lbs. on wheeled carts with assistance as necessary
  • Ability to use various inspection equipment
  • Must be available for mandatory overtime or non-standard or extended work schedule

Nice To Haves

  • CNC Mill and EDM experience

Responsibilities

  • Lead tool development and the debugging of new dies.
  • Keep a clean and safe work area.
  • Construct, alter, or repair tools from blueprints and CAD data.
  • Operate Tool Room equipment.
  • Fabricate tooling in the stamping department.
  • Maintain proper tooling records for preventative maintenance.
  • Setup dies, material feeds, and operate the punch press to trial tools.
  • Debug and troubleshoot new tooling for the part approval process.
  • Assist in die changeovers.
  • Assist with other related duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

  • Profit Sharing Bonus
  • Vacation
  • Medical Insurance- HMO Plan
  • Standard PPO Plan
  • Enhanced PPO Plan
  • High Deducible PPO Plan
  • FSA, LFSA, and HSA
  • Dental Insurance- Base Plan
  • Buy-Up Plan
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with a company match
  • Life insurance: Life/AD&D
  • Voluntary Life/AD&D
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability
  • 10 paid holidays
  • Company picnic
  • Holiday party
  • Numerous OTTO celebrations throughout the year
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