Tool And Die Maker

Job Title: Tool Room TechnicianJob DescriptionThe Tool Room Technician builds, maintains, and repairs tools, dies, fixtures, and equipment used in manufacturing operations. This role safely operates a variety of hand and power tools, inspects tooling for quality and performance, and collaborates with engineering, production, and external suppliers to resolve issues and improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate hand tools, metal saws, drills, and grinding equipment to build and repair tools, dies, fixtures, and production equipment.
• Inspect tools, dies, fixtures, and equipment to ensure they meet established quality standards and perform necessary repairs or adjustments when issues are identified.
• Perform troubleshooting and repair activities on tooling and molds to support reliable and efficient manufacturing operations.
• Recommend new methods, tools, and equipment to improve Tool Room operations and manufacturing cells, focusing on efficiency, safety, and quality.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, production teams, and outside suppliers to identify root causes of tooling issues and implement effective solutions.
• Interpret and work from dimensioned drawings, diagrams, and schematics to fabricate, assemble, or modify tooling and equipment.
• Support assembly activities in an industrial environment by ensuring tooling and fixtures are properly built, maintained, and available as needed.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines, including proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including proper storage and handling of tools and materials.
• Meet business needs by working overtime, including weekends, when required to support production demands.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate hand tools, metal saws, drills, and grinding equipment in an industrial environment.
• Experience with troubleshooting and repair of tooling and molds to support manufacturing operations.
• Experience with assembly in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret and work from dimensioned drawings, diagrams, and schematics.
• Basic CNC machinist experience to support tooling and equipment fabrication or modification.
• Welding skills sufficient to repair or modify tooling, fixtures, or equipment as needed.
• Ability to read, speak, write, and comprehend the English language to follow instructions, document work, and communicate with team members.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime, including weekends, to meet business needs.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs safely and repeatedly as required by the role.
• Ability to stand, bend, push, pull, twist, kneel, climb, and work in temperature extremes for extended periods.
• Commitment to complying with all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing job duties.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a tool room, mold repair, or tooling maintenance role in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience collaborating with engineering, production, and external suppliers to resolve tooling and equipment issues.
• Attention to detail and strong quality focus when inspecting and repairing tools, dies, and fixtures.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to recommend improvements to methods, tools, and equipment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Reliability and flexibility to adapt to changing production priorities and schedules.

Why Work Here?You join a culture that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement, where your technical skills directly support efficient manufacturing operations. The environment encourages collaboration with engineering and production teams, offering opportunities to learn, contribute ideas, and influence process improvements. You benefit from a stable weekday schedule with clear expectations and the chance to take on overtime when you want to increase your earnings. Work EnvironmentThis role is based in an industrial manufacturing facility with a standard weekday schedule, Monday through Friday, from 5:45 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. You work in a hands-on environment using hand tools, metal saws, drills, grinding equipment, and other shop tools, and may support CNC machining and welding activities. The work involves standing for extended periods and performing physical tasks such as bending, pushing, pulling, twisting, kneeling, climbing, and lifting up to 50 lbs. You may work in temperature extremes depending on the facility conditions and must wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) to ensure safety while performing your duties. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Smithfield, NC. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $27.50 - $27.50/hr. 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.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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Smithfield, NC. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Smithfield,NC.

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.