Tool & Die Maker - Chicago, IL

Switchcraft is a U.S. manufacturer of connectors, jacks, plugs, molded cable assemblies, patchbays, and switches. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including medical, GPS, process control, transportation, homeland security, broadcast and pro audio.

We are currently seeking a Tool & Die Maker to completes a variety of task which include the building or repairing of simple or progressive dies, fixtures, gages, assembly machines, and tools.

Location: Chicago, IL (Jefferson Park)

First Shift: M-F 6a - 2:30p

Pay: $36-37/Hour

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Building or repairing of simple or progressive dies, fixtures, gages, assembly machines, and tools
• Troubleshoot and understand piece part prints, die designs and related materials and specifications
• Use of toolroom equipment, which includes surface grinders, milling machines, jig borers, optical comparators, and hand tools.
• Inspects and verifies piece part specifications, tooling specifications, and related dimensional checks, using micrometers, Vernier calipers, dial indicators and surface plates, optical compactors, microscopes, and other related equipment.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Vision acuity required
• General knowledge of dies
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs
• Must be able to read die blueprints
• Must be able to follow instructions given by team leader or supervisor
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment

Education and Experience:

• 3-5 years experience preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent

EOE M/F/Disabled/Vet This company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, gender, disability or protected veteran status.