Tool And Die Machinist

Tool & Die Maintenance Technician – 2nd Shift

Mt. Sterling, KY

Pay: $22-27

Seeking a skilled Tool & Die Maintenance Technician to join our 2nd Shift team. If you are mechanically inclined, detail‑oriented, and thrive in a fast‑paced production environment, we want to hear from you.

Position Summary

The Tool & Die Maintenance Technician will maintain, troubleshoot, and repair production tooling to ensure reliable performance and support 100% on‑time customer delivery. This role requires strong technical knowledge, hands-on machining skills, and a commitment to quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities

Tool & Die Repair & Maintenance

• Analyze, diagnose, and repair tooling issues related to quality or production performance.

• Perform die maintenance and manufacture spare components following tool designs and electronically maintained timing records.

• Disassemble, clean, polish, grind, weld, and reassemble dies as needed to meet specifications.

• Operate mills, lathes, surface grinders, and other precision machining equipment.

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

• Develop and execute preventive and predictive maintenance schedules based on tool performance analysis.

• Review last‑piece inspection records and implement corrective actions when necessary.

Documentation & Quality

• Record all maintenance activities electronically by job and part number.

• Ensure all work aligns with company and IATF 16949 quality standards.

• Interpret drawings, specifications, engineering prints, and layout results with precision.

Safety & Continuous Improvement

• Participate in OSHA and company safety training initiatives.

• Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing projects.

• Maintain a clean, organized work area.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.

• Completion of a Tool & Die apprenticeship or 2+ years of equivalent experience.

• Strong knowledge of tool & die manufacturing methods, machining processes, and precision measuring tools.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, sketches, and maintenance manuals.

• Skilled in English and Metric measurement systems.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks, adapt to changing priorities, and troubleshoot effectively.

Preferred Skills

• Progressive stamping die repair experience.

• Experience operating cranes, hoists, and other material‑handling equipment.

• Welding and fabrication capabilities.

• Familiarity with IATF 16949 automotive quality systems.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing environment with varying temperatures and moderate to high noise levels.

• Full‑time 2nd shift schedule with opportunities for overtime.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $27.00/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 Mount Sterling,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 26, 2026.

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.