Toolmaker - CNC, EDM, Precision Machining Job at DuPage Machine Products, Addison, IL

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  • DuPage Machine Products
  • Addison, IL

Job Description

Job Overview

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.

Toolmaker 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

Toolmaker, CNC Toolmaker, Tool & Die Maker, Tool Room, Precision Machining, EDM Toolmaker, CNC Machinist, Manufacturing, Blueprint Reading, Tooling, Machine Shop

Requirements

Toolmaker Qualifications

  • 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

Preferred Toolmaker Experience

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

Why Join DuPage Machine Products

  • Established precision machining company in DuPage County
  • Modern Tool Room with CNC and EDM technology
  • Long-term, stable employment opportunity
  • Team-focused shop culture emphasizing quality and craftsmanship

Toolmaker, CNC Toolmaker, Tool & Die Maker, Tool Room, Precision Machining, EDM Toolmaker, CNC Machinist, Manufacturing, Blueprint Reading, Tooling, Machine Shop

Benefits

Excellent benefit package including health, dental, life insurance, and short-term disability. 401K plan with employer match. Salary commensurate with experience

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

  • Bloomingdale, IL 60108 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Pay: starting at $30/hr

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Shift work,

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