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Toolmaker

COMPX SECURITY PRODUCTS
Grayslake, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/23/2026

Toolmaker / Mold Maker

 1st Shift - Monday – Friday, 6:30 am – 3:00 pm, Overtime Available



CompX Grayslake is a leading manufacturer of highly engineered mechanical and electromechanical locking devices, systems for world class original equipment manufacturers and manufacture of precision instruments, throttles, marine products, and accessories.


Position Responsibilities:

  • Experience in running / working knowledge of Tool Room Equipment such as:
    • CNC Vertical Milling machine (i.e. Hurco, Mori Seiki, Haas), or a manual Bridegeport
    • CNC sinker EDM Machine
    • CNC Lathe
  • CNC Programming knowledge a plus 
  • CNC Setup/Operator of Vertical Mills / Latch… a plus
  • Ability to read engineering piece part prints, have mathematical skills and measuring skills
  • Experience in building small to medium size precision Diecast Dies and Plastic Injection Molds from tooling drawings and piece part prints is a plus
  • Ability to troubleshoot mold problems and make corrections is a plus
  • Ability to make replacement inserts for molds is a plus
  • Ability to build fixtures for manufacturing assembly machines is a plus
  • Knowledge of trim dies is a plus
  • A minimum of 3 years’ experience



Minimum Skills, Knowledge and Ability Requirements:

  • Ability to move around equipment. Such movement may include but not be limited to bending, leaning, twisting, placing arm(s) over one’s head in order to evaluate / analyze, set up and operate equipment in Tool Room Department.

Salary : $24 - $29

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