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Job Title: Tool and Die Maker

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Tool and Die Maker with metal stamping tooling experience, along with proficiency in assembling, tryout, and debugging of progressive and stage type punch press tooling. This role requires the ability to study specifications, compute dimensions, and determine assembly methods to fabricate parts accurately.

Responsibilities

• Study specifications such as blueprints, sketches, models, or descriptions to visualize product and determine materials required for fabricating parts.

• Compute dimensions, plan layout, and determine assembly methods and sequence of operations.

• Measure, mark, and scribe metal stock for machining.

• Set up and operate machines, ensuring machined parts conform to specifications.

• Lift machined parts and position and secure them on surface plates or worktables.

• Smooth flat and contoured surfaces using power grinders, and fit and assemble parts into assemblies and mechanisms.

• Verify dimensions, clearances, and alignment of members and parts in dies.

• Heat treat tools or parts as necessary.

• Examine standard or previously used dies, tools, and jigs and fixtures, recommending design modifications when needed.

• Develop specifications for specialty tools and draw or sketch designs of products.

• Dowel and bolt parts together, working to tolerances as close as thousandths.

• Dismantle dies and repair or replace parts.

• Grind, file, and sand parts to fit for assembly and to smooth and finish cavities.

• Assemble dies or molds.

Essential Skills

• Tool and die making

• Blueprint reading

• Manual machining

• Mill operation

• Die repair

• Tooling and machining

• Lathe operation

• Repair and troubleshooting

• CNC operation

• Progressive die experience

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Two-year certificate from college or technical school; or five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

• Proficiency in mathematical concepts such as plane and solid geometry, and trigonometry.

• Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

• Problem-solving skills and ability to deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Why Work Here?

Our company offers a climate-controlled work environment, monthly production bonuses up to $500 once permanent, and comfortable floor mats for operators. We have invested significantly in new equipment, including $20,000 into new posture-supportive chairs and over $1.5 million into 15 brand new Amada TPL 80-ton punch presses. Under new ownership, we are in growth mode and offer flexible work schedules with a 4.5 day work week.

Work Environment

The work environment includes a large shop with tool making, quality, and production departments. The facility is equipped with numerous machines such as press brakes, punch presses, laser/turrets, and CNC machines. It is a loud but well-organized sheet metal environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Paul, Minnesota.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/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 Bloomington,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 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.