Job Title: Progressive Die Maker
Job Description
We are seeking a Progressive Die Maker with expertise in crafting tools and metal forming for stamping and forging operations. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of analyzing design specifications, cutting and shaping metal, assembling parts, and conducting tests to ensure precision and functionality.
Responsibilities
Read and interpret detailed 2D blueprints and 3D CAD models to determine dimensions, tolerances, and build sequence for progressive stamping dies.
Fabricate die components including die blocks, punches, plates, and tooling details from steel and aluminum.
Operate and set up manual and CNC machine tools, including mills, lathes, surface grinders, and drill presses.
Perform precision bench work, including hand-fitting, filing, stoning, and shimming to achieve exact specifications.
Assemble progressive dies from the ground up, ensuring proper alignment, timing, and component integration.
Conduct new die tryouts in stamping presses to validate performance and part quality, and debug tooling during initial runs, correcting timing, clearance, stripping, and forming issues.
Use precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and height gauges to verify tooling accuracy and compliance with engineering requirements.
Ensure completed dies meet quality, performance, and production readiness standards prior to release.
Essential Skills
Minimum of 3 years experience in Steel or Aluminum Progressive Die Building, including print die construction, assembly, alignment, and tryout.
Hands-on experience with toolroom machinery and equipment, including operating CNC mills, manual lathes, surface grinders, and drill presses.
Proficient in blueprint and CAD interpretation, with the ability to read and interpret detailed 2D blueprints and 3D CAD models.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience working with transfer and deep draw dies is desirable.
Ability to rework damaged components and troubleshoot in the die tryout process.
Proficient in cutting, shaping, and trimming blanks or blocks to specified lengths or shapes using power and hand tools.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mount Clemens, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $36.00/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 Clemens,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 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.
