Tool And Die Technician

Job Title: Tool and Die Technician – Die Maintenance

Job Description

This role focuses on inspecting, maintaining, and repairing production dies across multiple product lines in a manufacturing plant. The technician uses grinding, and fabrication skills to keep dies operating safely and efficiently, while supporting ongoing preventative maintenance and continuous improvement of tooling.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain dies throughout the plant to ensure they operate safely, accurately, and consistently.
• Operate an overhead crane to move dies between the production floor and the shop in a safe and controlled manner.
• Conduct detailed inspections of mechanical and electrical components on dies to identify wear, damage, or performance issues.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on dies, including cleaning, adjustment, and replacement of components as needed.
• Diagnose and repair cracked, damaged, or non-functioning dies, including dies that are not cutting correctly.
• Use TIG welding on stainless steel to perform minor repairs, build up worn areas, and restore die surfaces to specification.
• Grind and finish die surfaces using appropriate grinding tools and techniques to achieve required tolerances and surface quality.
• Assist with fabrication of guards, racks, and related components that support safe and efficient die handling and operation.
• Follow established procedures to identify which dies belong to specific product lines and ensure correct tooling is used for each line.
• Document maintenance activities, inspections, and repairs to support traceability and continuous improvement of die performance.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to prioritize work, minimize downtime, and support overall plant productivity.
• Participate in training and skill development to progress into more advanced die maintenance and maintenance team responsibilities.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with tooling or die work in a manufacturing or similar environment.
• Proficiency in TIG welding, including experience welding stainless steel components.
• Ability to perform grinding and minor repairs on dies and related tooling.
• Experience with preventative maintenance (PMs) on dies or similar equipment.
• Familiarity with die maintenance practices, including inspection and basic troubleshooting.
• Ability to operate an overhead crane safely to move dies and heavy tooling.
• Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical components within dies or production tooling.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, maintenance procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when inspecting, repairing, and assembling dies.
• Ability to work rotating shifts and occasional Saturdays as required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience fabricating guards, racks, or similar metal structures using TIG welding and basic fabrication tools.
• Background in tool and die work, including exposure to multiple product lines and tooling configurations.
• Experience using grinders and surface grinding equipment for precision finishing.
• Comfort working with TIG welders with and without a foot pedal.
• Interest in growing into advanced die maintenance, broader maintenance team roles, or leadership opportunities.
• Willingness to learn and participate in additional training on die maintenance and related systems.

Why Work Here?

The company offers a clear path for growth, with opportunities to advance from TIG welding and basic die work into full die maintenance, broader maintenance roles, and leadership positions. Team members are eligible for performance-based pay increases tied to skills, assessments, and knowledge of the plant’s dies, providing a transparent and rewarding development path. The organization is investing in growth and expansion over the coming years, creating long-term stability and opportunities to learn new skills. Training is available for candidates who may not have extensive die maintenance experience but are eager to develop and grow in a supportive environment.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing plant with multiple product lines and approximately 65 dies in use. Work is hands-on and shop-floor oriented, involving frequent interaction with production equipment, dies, and related tooling. Technicians use TIG welding equipment (with and without foot pedals), grinders, surface grinding equipment, and overhead cranes as part of their daily tasks. New hires train on first shift for approximately 6–8 weeks. After training, the schedule follows a Monday–Friday, two-week rotating shift pattern: one rotation from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (with flexibility up to 6:00 p.m.), and the next rotation from 6:00 p.m. to 4:30 a.m. (with flexibility up to 6:00 a.m.), with occasional Saturday work as needed. The environment emphasizes safety, proper handling of heavy equipment, and adherence to plant procedures while offering exposure to a variety of dies, tooling, and maintenance practices.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of SAN ANTONIO, TX.

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $26.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in SAN ANTONIO,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 13, 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.