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Job Title: Journeyman Tool and Die

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Journeyman Tool and Die professional for our 2nd shift (2:30pm-10:30pm). The successful candidate will be responsible for completing die repair line-ups and assisting with rebuilding and repairing a wide range of progressive dies. In the first week, the candidate should be able to perform die repairs and maintenance, read prints, sharpen tools, and change pins and punches.

Responsibilities

+ Interpret blueprints and use precision measuring devices to create or modify tooling based on job specifications.

+ Set up and operate tool room machines, selecting appropriate materials and tools while adhering to safety protocols.

+ Ensure all tools are sharpened and maintained in optimal condition before storage or release to production.

+ Utilize knowledge of jigs, fixtures, and dies to set up and run test dies, troubleshooting and correcting any issues to meet specifications.

+ Operate hand tools and perform heat treating or welding on components as needed.

+ Comply with all safety regulations, including lockout procedures, while maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

+ Complete necessary documentation, including tool logs and condition reports for tracking and data collection.

+ Collaborate effectively with skilled trades and production staff, offering insights into manufacturing capabilities.

+ Undertake additional tasks as directed by supervisors.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in tool and die repair, including presses and troubleshooting.

+ Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

+ Minimum of 8 years of experience in tool and die repair.

+ Experience in grinding and machining.

+ Must possess a Journeyman card as a Tool & Die Repair or Tool Maker.

+ Ability to work all three shifts and weekends as needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Print reading proficiency.

+ Experience with die repair and maintenance.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy quarterly profit-sharing bonuses, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, and a 401K plan. Our supportive work environment includes paid vacation and holidays, short-term disability, tuition reimbursement, employee recognition, and discount programs. Benefit from a stable work environment with overtime opportunities and consistent production demands, ensuring job security.

Work Environment

Work in an older but well-maintained metal stamping plant with 18 progressive stamping presses and a large tool room. Majority of work is performed in the tool room, minimizing in-press repairs. Work alongside a team of three die repairmen per shift, ensuring coverage for PMs and down dies. The facility operates six days a week, with current demand extending to seven days due to new die setups and tryouts. Dress code includes jeans/work pants, a provided work shirt, steel-toed boots, safety glasses, and earplugs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Saginaw, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $72238.40 - $72238.40/yr.

Quarterly Profit-Sharing

Medical, Vision, Dental

Prescription Drug Plan

401K

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Short Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Recognition

Discount Programs

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Saginaw,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 10, 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.