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Tool and Die Maker

Domeny Tool & Stamping
Wauconda, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/11/2026

If you are a Tool and Die Maker seeking a new challenge, look no further! Domeny Tool & Stamping Company is a leading manufacturer in the “Deep DRAW” stamping industry and has aggressively expanded internal processes to match new external markets. Specializing in stainless steel applications, our products support several high-end customers across multiple industries.

Department: Tool Room

Schedule: Monday – Friday 6:00am – 2:30pm Hours per week: 40

Reporting Relationships: Director of Operations Salary / Hourly: Non-Exempt

Primary purpose of job:

Responsible for making and repairing all tools, dies, and fixtures for punch press operations and other related metal fabricating machines. Supports the Stamping Department by ensuring all dies meet production standards which accomplish “on-time-delivery” and “quality assurance” goals established by upper management.

Essential functions of job:

  • Understand all department policies, procedures, and guidelines while maintaining a safe and clean work environment Maintain a clean and safe work area
  • Maintain die PM system, including detailed work instructions and manage on schedule completion of PM activities
  • Maintain die spare parts lists and ensure parts are set up and in stock
  • Identify and implement proactive systems to achieve consistent reduction in stamping defects and productivity concerns
  • Trouble shoot die problems on the shop floor and minimize downtime during production.
  • Work closely with the Tool Design Engineers while building new tools, fixtures, die components, or sample parts per customer’s request
  • Perform Punch Press set up duties as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required skills and abilities:

  • Ability to follow instructions and procedures
  • Skilled in use of calipers, micrometers, height gages, and pin gages
  • Proficient in GD&T and advanced math skills
  • Proficient in the use of mills, grinders, drill presses, band saws and lathes
  • Must be able to effectively set up all types of stamping presses on the shop floor.
  • Must have own tools
  • Demonstrates a strong “team player” mentality
  • Strong analytic problem-solving skills
  • Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines
  • Remain engaged, proactive, and positive in tough circumstances, owning assignments and taking full accountability for their success
  • Fluent with common MS office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Education and Experience:

  • HS Diploma or GED
  • Minimum 5 years completed Tool Room apprenticeship or equivalent experience
  • Experience in stamping set-up and DRAW work a plus

Physical Demands:

  • This position requires 20% clerical and planning and 80% material handling, technical machine operation, and/or troubleshooting dies.
  • Safety glasses, hearing protection, and proper foot protection must be worn.
  • Ability to lift weights up to 45 lbs.

As a member of our team, your creativity, collaboration, and progression matters! Join a trusted organization that has been formally recognized by Lake County with the “2023 Business Leadership Award” and is heavily invested in upskilling our workforce.

Contact Person

Felicia Pisarski

Email: fpisarski@domenytool.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $40

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