**Job Title: Tool and Die Maker** **Job Description** As a Tool and Die Maker, you will support manufacturing operations through the creation of plastic injection molds and components, mold triage, tooling repair, and routine maintenance. You will perform operations common to the toolmaker trade and ensure high precision in machining parts with tolerances within .0005 inches. You will develop specifications from blueprints and sketches, maintain a neat workspace, and strictly adhere to safety requirements. **Responsibilities** + Create and repair plastic injection molds and components. + Perform routine mold maintenance, cleanings, and tool change overs. + Conduct routine machine maintenance. + Operate tool room machinery such as lathes, mills, and grinders, both manual and CNC. + Machine parts with tight tolerances where applicable. + Maintain an organized personal workspace. + Develop specifications from blueprints and sketches. + Adhere to all safety requirements, including proper attire and use of protective equipment. + Consistently attend work on time. + Demonstrate responsibility and pride in precise and correct work. **Essential Skills** + Journeyman tool and die maker certification. + Proficiency in lathe, mill, and tool room operations. + Ability to read blueprints and perform manual machining. + Knowledge of micrometers, depth micrometers, and dial calipers. + Capability to troubleshoot and set up machining operations. + Basic math skills including geometry and trigonometry. + Ability to lift and move heavy objects with assistance. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Basic programming knowledge for CNC mills such as Hurco Win-Max. + Basic computer skills. + Ability to follow directions and meet deadlines. + Capability to stand for prolonged periods and perform physical tasks. **Why Work Here?** Join a company with a long-standing reputation in a clean and well-organized environment. Enjoy a laid-back atmosphere while working on innovative projects. **Work Environment** This role is based in a plastics company operating on the first shift. The company specializes in manufacturing cabinets, cartons, and containers for cleaning products used in healthcare and industrial settings. The work environment is clean, organized, and requires adherence to safety protocols. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Racine, Wisconsin. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $38.00/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 Racine,WI. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Aug 5, 2025. **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.