1st Shift Tool & Die Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: 1st Shift Tool & Die Technician

Shift:

• 7am - 3:30pm
• 8am - 4pm
• 9am - 5pm

Job Description

The 1st Shift Tool & Die Technician fabricates, maintains, and repairs tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and precision components to support high-quality production. This role sets up and operates manual machining equipment, interprets detailed technical drawings and specifications, troubleshoots tooling issues to reduce downtime, and ensures all work meets precise quality and safety standards while collaborating closely with engineering and production teams.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, maintain, and repair tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, and precision components to support manufacturing operations.
• Set up and operate manual machining equipment including lathes, mills, grinders, and EDM machines.
• Read and interpret blueprints, CAD drawings, schematics, and GD&T specifications to produce and repair tooling accurately.
• Support production by diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing tooling issues to minimize machine and line downtime.
• Perform die maintenance and die repair for stamping and die cutting tooling.
• Inspect finished components using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges to verify conformance to specifications.
• Apply strong troubleshooting skills to mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and wiring issues related to tooling and equipment.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on tooling and related equipment to improve reliability and extend service life.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to modify, optimize, and improve tooling performance and manufacturability.
• Perform welding and other repair techniques as needed to restore tooling and components.
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed, materials used, and any modifications or improvements made.
• Follow all safety standards, union guidelines, and established maintenance procedures while working in an industrial environment.
• Participate in an on-call rotation with other technicians to respond to tooling and maintenance needs, including electrical-related calls when appropriate.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Bryan, OH.

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $83200.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

1. Climate controlled facility 2. Weekly pay 3. Union facility - Enters into union after 45 days 4. Will be apart of USW - United Steel Workers union 5. Saturdays = Voluntary. Non mandatory OT 6. Two days vacation after 90 days. After 6 months - get three more days 7. Bluecross Blue shield for benefits

This is a Permanent position based out of Bryan, OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Bryan,OH.

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.