Job Title: Tool and Die MakerJob DescriptionPlan, layout, construct, maintain, alter, and repair complicated multi-station progressive, single purpose blanking, piercing, and forming dies, as well as a variety of drills, holding, and clamping fixtures. Design dies and make or direct the making of detailed drawings. Work from drawings, sketches, samples, written, and verbal instructions. Visualize finished jobs, make necessary mathematical calculations, and select allowances for fitting and finishing. Plan, layout, and perform intricate machining operations on tool room equipment involving exacting setups and adjustments to maintain very close tolerances and skilled bench and hand operations. Experience with CNC equipment is beneficial.Responsibilities
Determine repairs required on dies returned to the tool room.
Perform emergency repairs to dies in the press department.
Perform any variety of die grinding, shimming, and replacement of progressive die components.
Make up repair parts or machined items for special orders.
Try out dies in tool room press, suggest changes to improve operation or reduce maintenance time, observe operation in production, and diagnose and correct trouble.
Prepare complex print programs utilizing higher levels of math and/or utilizing a computer programming language.
Instruct other employees and assist in overcoming difficulties.
Aid in setting up any plant equipment as needed.
Report faulty equipment, defective material, and unusual conditions to supervisor.
Observe all prescribed safety rules and regulations and maintain work area in a neat and orderly manner.
Essential Skills
Journeyman's card or equivalent years of experience in the trade is required.
Ideally 3+ years of relevant experience.
Strong troubleshooting skills necessary, with the ability to make informed decisions.
Good organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment and meet operational deadlines.
Self-motivated, safety and quality conscious, and work efficiently with minimal supervision.
Proficient in the use of drill press, shear, lathe, grinder, mill, and other machining equipment.
Experience with programming and CNC equipment.
Familiarity with blueprints, calipers, micrometers, thread gages, go/no-go gages, and other measuring tools.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Innovative and adaptable.
Dedicated to absolute integrity.
Focused on the customer first.
Respectful and team-oriented.
Optimistic and energizing.
Heavy lifting required (35 lbs).
Why Work Here?Join a team-oriented and innovative company that values forward-thinking and provides ample opportunities for growth. We focus on integrity, customer satisfaction, and fostering a collaborative work environment. Our employees enjoy a positive work culture with opportunities for career development.Work EnvironmentThis position offers 2nd shift (3pm-11pm) with a $2 shift differential and 3rd shift (11pm-7am) with a $1.50 shift differential. Must be open to working weekends, including Saturdays and Sundays, with Sundays offering double time if it is the 7th day worked in a week. This is primarily a stamping facility where fasteners for the steel industry are made. The work environment is dynamic and fast-paced, requiring adaptability and a focus on safety.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Solon, Ohio.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $33.00 - $33.00Eligibility 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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Solon,OH.Application DeadlineThis position will be accepting applications until Jan 17, 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.