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Tool Maker

Dynacast International
Elgin, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 9/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/16/2026

We’re Hiring: Tool Maker – 1st Shift

Dynacast, LLC, a Form Technologies Company, is looking for an experienced Tool Maker with die mold experience to join our team on 1st shift. If you have strong tool making skills, enjoy hands-on precision work, and are looking to build your career with a global manufacturing leader, we’d love to hear from you.


About Dynacast

Dynacast is a leading global manufacturer of small, engineered precision components, using proprietary multi-slide die casting technology and advanced tooling techniques.


What You’ll Do

  • Repair existing dies and develop, cut, shape, or form metal workpieces to meet specifications.
  • Make necessary tooling adjustments and read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
  • Troubleshoot and repair tooling that is not performing to established standards.
  • Operate conventional machine tools as needed.
  • Fit and assemble parts to make, repair, or modify dies, jigs, gauges, and tools using machine tools and hand tools.
  • Inspect finished dies for smoothness, contour conformity, and defects.
  • Follow all appropriate safety procedures/regulations and keep immediate work area clean.
  • Additional projects may be assigned by the Engineering Manager.


What We’re Looking For

  • Minimum of five years of tool making experience.
  • Die mold experience.
  • Familiarity with precision measuring tools.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints.


Preferred Experience

  • Experience working with multi-slide die casting technology and tooling techniques.


Why Join Us?

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:

  • Two medical plans to choose from — standard PPO and high-deductible HSA plan.
  • Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance.
  • Basic short-term disability insurance and long-term disability insurance provided at no cost.
  • Basic life with accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance provided at no cost; additional life insurance available for purchase.
  • 401(k) with generous employer match.
  • Flexible Spending Account.
  • Wellness program.
  • Sick time, vacation, and paid holidays.


Ready to apply?

Join Dynacast, LLC and build your future with a global leader in precision manufacturing.


Dynacast, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.


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