Tooling Member - Tool & Die Maintenance

Tool & Die MakerBuild the Tools That Power Manufacturing Excellence

Are you a skilled Tool & Die Maker who takes pride in precision, craftsmanship, and problem-solving? We're looking for a hands-on manufacturing professional to join our team and play a critical role in designing, building, repairing, and maintaining the tools that keep production running at its best.

In this role, you'll work with advanced CNC equipment, manual machining tools, and precision measurement systems to create and maintain high-quality dies, molds, jigs, fixtures, and tooling components. If you enjoy tackling complex machining challenges and seeing the impact of your work on production success, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Design, build, repair, and maintain precision tools, dies, molds, jigs, and fixtures that support manufacturing operations.
• Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and engineering specifications to determine dimensions, tolerances, and machining requirements.
• Set up and operate CNC machining equipment to manufacture high-precision tooling components.
• Utilize manual mills, lathes, grinders, and other machining equipment to fabricate and modify parts.
• Perform die maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs to minimize downtime and maximize production efficiency.
• Hand-fit and assemble tooling components to exact specifications and tight tolerances.
• Conduct precision grinding and finishing operations to achieve superior quality and performance.
• Diagnose tooling issues, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective actions.
• Perform welding repairs and modifications when needed.
• Inspect finished tools and dies to ensure compliance with quality and engineering standards.
• Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, and Production teams to enhance tooling performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

What We're Looking ForRequired Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Tool & Die Maker in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications.
• Experience setting up and operating CNC machining equipment.
• Skilled in manual machining, including mills, lathes, and precision grinders.
• Experience repairing, troubleshooting, and maintaining production dies and tooling.
• Strong understanding of tooling design, fabrication, and assembly processes.
• Ability to work to extremely tight tolerances while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments and inspection techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with welding and tool repair techniques.
• Knowledge of mold making, fixture design, or advanced tooling applications.
• Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Why Join Us?

At our facility, craftsmanship matters. You'll join a team that values technical expertise, precision workmanship, and innovation. We invest in our people, support ongoing skill development, and empower employees to make a direct impact on manufacturing success.

What You Can Expect:

✅ Challenging and rewarding precision machining work

✅ State-of-the-art CNC and tooling equipment

✅ A collaborative and supportive team environment

✅ Opportunities to expand your technical skills and expertise

✅ Stable, long-term career growth in manufacturing

✅ The satisfaction of creating tools that drive production excellence

Work Environment

This position operates in a modern manufacturing environment featuring CNC machines, manual mills and lathes, grinders, welding equipment, and precision measurement tools. Safety, quality, and attention to detail are at the core of everything we do.

You'll work on a variety of tooling projects while collaborating closely with production and engineering teams to ensure reliable, efficient operations. The schedule generally follows standard production hours, with overtime opportunities available based on business needs.

If you're passionate about precision machining, problem-solving, and building world-class tooling, apply today and help us shape the future of manufacturing.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Paris, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $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 Paris,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 20, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.