Tool and Die Maker Apprentice

Tool and Die Maker ApprenticeOTTO's opportunity:Our Tool and Die Maker Apprentice will learn about metal stamping, die set-up, and use all manual machines such as saws, mills, drill presses, grinder, and lathes. The Apprenticeship Program consists of a three-year classroom (during the evening) and hands-on work (during the day) experience. The course work will be taught by faculty through the Technology and Manufacturing Association (TMA) located in Schaumburg, IL and the hands-on work experience will be completed at the OTTO Tech Center.Specifically, the Tool and Die Maker Apprentice will: Operate Tool Room equipment Do maintenance on machines Build and assemble new tools Interpret tooling prints SPC Keep a clean and safe work area Understand the operation of the press Assist with other related duties as required or assigned What you'll need to bring to the table: High school diploma Completion of an industrial technology high school program or equivalent Consistent attendance Attention to neat appearance Willingness to excel in the machining trade Availability for nonstandard or extended work schedule Good communication and organizational skills Reach heights that may require a stepladder Lift equipment up to 50 lbs. Must be able to work in a quick paced environment What OTTO offers for this specific position: Hourly rate: $18.00 per hour OTTO will pay for the TMA training and education. Profit Sharing Bonus - OTTO believes that it's fair to share the profits that the employees help to make; profit sharing is distributed to employees twice a year. OTTO's profit sharing plan is paid at the discretion of the company and is not a guaranteed bonus or any part of a compensation plan. Vacation: five days after 30 days of employment and 80 hours at 1 year - vacation time is earned on the anniversary date. OTTO's Benefits:Health:Medical Insurance- HMO Plan Standard PPO Plan Enhanced PPO Plan High Deducible PPO Plan FSA, LFSA, and HSA Dental Insurance- Base Plan Buy-Up Plan Vision Insurance401(k) with a company matchLife insurance: Life/AD&D Voluntary Life/AD&D Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability 10 paid holidaysCompany picnicHoliday partyAND numerous OTTO celebrations throughout the year!To review all of OTTO's available opportunities,please visit our career page by clicking on the link below:OTTO Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/VeteranFederal NoticesFederal EEOC - Know Your Rights (NLRB Notice (E-Verify ((Request for Assistance / Reasonable Accommodation:If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, please let us know if you require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the online application process. You may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability.If you need an alternative method for applying, please contact OTTO Engineering via telephone at 847-428-7171 or email at HRDepartment @ ottoexcellence.comThese contact tools may be used only by individuals with a disability for accommodation requests; please do not inquire as to the status of an application.OTTO Engineering does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiters, agencies, or similar organizations; any submissions will not be honored.

Created: 2026-03-04