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Job Title: Tool & Die Maker - 2nd Shift

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Tool & Die Maker for our 2nd Shift operations. This role is ideal for an experienced professional with a strong background in die maintenance and troubleshooting within a metal stamping manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

+ Debug, troubleshoot, and maintain close tolerance, compound, blank, draw, and progressive dies.

+ Perform scheduled maintenance and repairs on dies.

+ Troubleshoot dies in the pressroom as needed.

+ Operate basic toolroom equipment safely.

+ Read and interpret blueprints.

+ Create and inspect spare parts and piece parts.

+ Generate sketches and drawings from concepts.

+ Log die performance and maintain accurate records.

+ Utilize basic computer and AutoCAD skills for documentation and design.

Essential Skills

+ 2 - 3 years of progressive die maintenance and repair experience.

+ Ability to utilize manual mills, lathes, and drill presses to maintain and repair dies.

+ Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints.

+ Experience with progressive die, metal stamping, and tool and die making.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ GD&T knowledge.

+ Ability to interpret AutoCAD prints.

Why Work Here?

We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. Our benefits package includes life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, and additional perks. Join us for a rewarding career with opportunities for growth.

Work Environment

The work is conducted in a metal stamping manufacturing environment. The 2nd shift hours are from 3:00 pm to 12:30 am, with an average of 5 hours of overtime per week. The role involves working with toolroom equipment and interpreting technical designs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $80000.00/yr.

Vacation

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Additional perks available

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Arlington Heights,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 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.