Now hiring for a Tool and Die Technician at Wabtec! – Direct Hire
Location: Buffalo Grove, IL
Pay Rate: $30.00 – $35.00 per hour (Depending on experience)
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Join Wabtec and discover a Tool and Die Technician position where your work matters and your contributions are truly appreciated.
Looking for Tool and Die Technician jobs in Buffalo Grove where your skills can make a real impact? This opportunity offers the chance to contribute to a growing team, develop your experience, and build a rewarding career in a professional work environment.
If your skills and experience are a good match for this role please apply today.
Job Duties
- Cut, shape, and trim metal or plastic blanks using power saws, shears, and hand tools.
- Conduct test runs on tools and dies; adjust to meet specifications.
- Fit, assemble, and repair dies, jigs, gauges, and tools using machine and hand tools.
- Set up and operate CNC or conventional machines to create parts to the required dimensions and finishes.
- Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, or models to plan machining operations.
- Measure and mark materials for machining using precision instruments.
- Inspect finished parts for accuracy, alignment, and quality using calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- Technical associate’s degree preferred
- 3-6 years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Ability to read and interpret technical blueprints and bills of materials (BOMs)
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities
Why This Job? Wabtec Benefits:
Wabtec offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401K with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, uniform allowance, and all supplies/tools provided.
What You Will Do
As a Tool and Die Technician, you will support daily manufacturing operations by assembling products, operating production equipment, inspecting finished goods, packaging materials, maintaining production standards, and following established work instructions. You will help keep production areas clean and organized, monitor product quality, meet production goals, and contribute to safe, efficient manufacturing operations.
A Tool and Die Technician supports manufacturing success by performing production activities that help maintain quality, efficiency, and safe workplace practices. This role combines physical activity with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
The Tool and Die Technician works with production equipment, materials, work instructions, and quality standards while helping maintain efficient manufacturing operations. Reliable performance supports long-term production success.
This profession is ideal for individuals who enjoy teamwork and manufacturing.