Tool & Die Maker

CLL Engineering is seeking a Tool & Die Maker to join our team in Addison, IL. The Tool & Die Maker is responsible for making and repairing a wide variety of tools, dies, fixtures, and related metal fabrications for operations in the press room and machine shop. May assist junior toolmakers and apprentices as requested. CLL Engineering is a sister company of Manor Tool & MFG Company, which began as a tool and die shop in 1959 and has grown to become a first-class metal stamping company, specializing in punching, bending, forming and deep drawn stampings.

Responsibilities:

• Studies specifications such as sketches, models or descriptions and visualizes product to determine materials required and machine usage.
• Computes dimensions, plans layout, and determines assembly method. Determines sequence of operations.
• Measures, marks and/or scribes metal stock for machining.
• Sets up and operates machine tools such as lathes, mills, shapers, grinders, and all other assigned equipment.
• Build tooling to specifications within the time frame scheduled.
• Verifies dimensions, alignment, and clearances.
• Verifies outside heat treatment and or other secondary work; may heat treat as needed.
• Examines standard or previously used dies, tools, jigs, and fixtures. Recommends design modifications regarding construction and function of part.
• Maintains and repairs existing tooling for production demonstrating proper knowledge of tool/die, timing, and rework techniques for forming, stamping, etc. Seeks assistance when needed.
• Develops specifications from general description for specialty tools; draws or sketches design of tool.
• Lead tool & die projects ensuring on time completion within specifications.
• Report to the tool room supervisor daily on project status.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Receives, understands, and follows all written and oral instruction.
• Timely and accurate completion of all paperwork, move tickets and data collection entry associated with position.
• Support safety and lean initiatives including LEAN and SHARP by working within established OSHA guidelines and continuously looking for improved efficiency.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures including safety and attendance requirements.
• Maintain meet or exceed rating on all performance discussions.
• Participate in activities to support company mission, increase personal skill level, departmental processes, and product quality.
• Resolve day-to-day issues by working effectively with others.
• Other duties required to meet company needs as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and successful completion of Journeyman Tool Maker training through accredited institution such as TMA.
• Knowledge and ability to apply knowledge to timing, rework, and repair of tools.
• Basic English reading and verbal communication skills
• Ability to pass company ISO, English and Math tests.
• Advanced mathematical skills including algebra and trigonometry.
• Ability to read blueprints, part prints and basic understanding of GDT.
• Ability to use and understand all measuring devices and gages including the calibration process.
• Knowledge and understanding of company safety programs including Lockout/tagout and Haz-com.