• Die Repairman

    Aerotek (Center Line, MI)


    Job Title: Die Repairman

    Job Description

    The tool & die repairman is responsible for maintaining and repairing dies on the 2nd shift. This role requires an experienced individual with over 7 years of expertise who can immediately contribute to die maintenance and repair, both in the press and tool room.

    Responsibilities

    + Maintain and repair dies in the stamping presses (600 - 1,000 progressive, tandem, and transfer presses across 42 different presses).

    + Diagnose and troubleshoot issues with the fingers of the press.

    + Perform lockout tagout procedures and troubleshoot broken punches.

    + Utilize press gauges for tool & die setup.

    + Assist in training and teaching Die Setters.

    + Read and interpret drawings and specifications of tools, dies, prototypes, or models.

    + Repair jigs, dies, and fixtures, and set up machine tools to address issues.

    Essential Skills

    + 7+ years of Tool & Die maintenance experience.

    + Progressive & transfer die troubleshooting experience.

    + Manual machining skills, including surface grinders.

    + Certified in Crane, Hi-Lo, and Forklift operation.

    + Experience in press repair for troubleshooting.

    + Ability to diagnose tool issues in both press and tool room environments.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Problem-solving skills for troubleshooting in press environments.

    + Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.

    + Welding and fabrication skills.

    + Must own a toolbox with essential tools such as grinders and quality tools.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    This position is within a union facility, currently undergoing contract negotiations. Employees enjoy yearly increases, 14 paid holidays, long-term and short-term disability benefits, 70 hours of PTO, life insurance, a 401k match program, and a supportive attendance/point system. The company promotes from within and offers opportunities for trade certification.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The work environment is in an older stamping and robotic weld facility with 42 presses and robots located in Centerline. Steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and sleeves are required. The facility operates two shifts and maintains a lean number of employees. The work is conducted from Monday to Friday, with potential Saturday shifts as production increases.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Center Line, Michigan.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $33.90 - $33.90/hr.

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

    classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

     

    subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

    available for this temporary role may include the following:

    • Medical, dental & vision

    • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

    • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

    • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

    • Short and long-term disability

    • Health Spending Account (HSA)

    • Transportation benefits

    • Employee Assistance Program

    • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Center Line,MI.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Aug 15, 2025.

    About Aerotek:

    We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

     

    Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.