Tooling Fabrication & Die Repair Machinist (Blueprint/Inspection Focus)Assist Staffing • Elk Grove Village, IL, US

Tooling Fabrication & Die Repair Machinist (Blueprint / Inspection Focus)

Assist Staffing • Elk Grove Village, IL, US

9 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Job Description

Are You This Machinist?

Can you read a blueprint and move straight to a clean, reliable setup?
Do you trust your micrometers, calipers, and instincts to hold tight tolerances?
Are you the go-to person when a stamping die needs a fast, lasting fix?

If yes, our precision shop in Elk Grove Village wants to meet you.

What You’ll Own

Manual milling and grinding setups and operation for tool and die builds and maintenance.

Blueprint, drawing, and setup sheet interpretation to plan work sequences.

In-process and final inspections using precision instruments.

Root-cause troubleshooting and repair of tooling to protect quality and uptime.

Continuous improvement collaboration with engineers and shop leadership.

Adherence to safety, 5S, and documentation standards.

What You Bring

3+ years of Tool and Die Maker experience.

Proficiency with manual mills and grinders, including independent setups.

Strong blueprint literacy and technical drawing comprehension.

Solid measurement / inspection capability and attention to detail.

Problem-solving mindset and ownership over quality.

Nice to Have

Tool / die design exposure; CAD / CAM familiarity.

Experience with metal stamping, forming, or die repair.

Familiarity with ISO or AS9100D quality frameworks.

CNC milling background in addition to manual machining.

Bilingual (English / Spanish).

Tools You’ll Run

CNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC) : Fanuc, Bridgeport, Mazak, Haas

Manual Grinder : Okamoto, Harig, Chevalier, Kent

Manual Vertical Mill : Bridgeport, ProtoTRAK, Sharp, Clausing, Supermax

Core Proficiencies

GD&T

Equipment Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Skills

Tape Measure Reading

Manual Machining Skills

Tool / Die / Mold Repair Skills

Tool / Die / Mold Setup Experience

Blueprint Reading

Why You’ll Thrive Here

Work in a collaborative shop that values craftsmanship and continuous improvement. You’ll see the parts you touch go straight into production—and you’ll have clear pathways to grow your skills and impact.

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