Toolmaker - CNC, EDM, Precision Machining

DuPage Machine Products•Lombard, IL

1d•$30•Onsite

About The Position

DuPage Machine Products is seeking an experienced Toolmaker to join our Tool Room team. The Toolmaker is responsible for building, repairing, modifying, and maintaining machinists’ tools to support precision manufacturing operations. This position is ideal for a skilled Toolmaker with CNC, EDM, and manual machining experience, strong blueprint reading skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced machine shop environment.

Requirements

Toolmaker Certification or equivalent experience
Proven experience working as a Toolmaker in a manufacturing or machine shop environment
Advanced blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge
Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
Ability to operate: CNC mills and lathes Manual mills and lathes Surface and cylindrical grinders EDM equipment
Advanced math skills
Basic to advanced computer skills
Ability to read, write, and understand basic English
Strong communication skills
Ability to stand 8–10 hours per shift

Nice To Haves

Precision machining or contract manufacturing background
Experience supporting production tooling and engineering teams
Knowledge of tooling materials and heat-treatment processes

Responsibilities

Build, repair, and modify machinists’ tools, fixtures, and gauges
Manufacture tooling such as dovetails, counterbores, drills, and reamers
Set up and operate manual and CNC mills, lathes, grinders, and EDM equipment
Analyze tool specifications and job layouts
Interpret and apply advanced blueprint reading skills
Lay out metal stock and prepare materials for machining
Fit and assemble components to fabricate or repair cutting tools
Position and secure parts on surface plates and worktables
Verify dimensions, tolerances, and alignment using precision measuring instruments
Modify standard tools as required to support production
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe Tool Room environment
Perform additional duties as assigned