Tool Die Apprentice Jobs in Howe, IN (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Weekend Night Shift Tool & Die Apprentice / CNC Machinist

Job Description

This role offers an opportunity to work as a Tool & Die Apprentice, Journeyman, or CNC Machinist on a weekend night shift, operating a variety of CNC and manual equipment in a high-volume stamping and roll forming environment. You will set up and run CNC Haas mills and lathes, perform precision machining with tight tolerances, and support tooling and die work in a large, well-equipped maintenance and tool & die shop. This position is ideal for an experienced CNC machinist who wants to expand their skills and work with advanced automated and robotic CNC lines.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and adjust CNC milling machines and lathes, including CNC Haas machining centers, to produce precision components.
• Perform machine setup activities such as change outs, offsets, and tooling adjustments to support efficient production.
• Operate and monitor a range of equipment including surface grinders, milling machines, lathes, drill presses, belt sanders, saws, hoists, clamps, and forklifts when necessary.
• Work with stamping and roll forming dies, including handling and positioning dies weighing up to approximately 8,000 pounds using appropriate lifting equipment.
• Read and interpret complex blueprints, including prints with up to 100 dimensions, to ensure parts meet all specified requirements.
• Inspect parts using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges to verify adherence to tight tolerances up to +/- .005.
• Apply knowledge of G and M codes to adjust programs, change tooling, and make offset adjustments as needed to maintain part quality.
• Support the layout, building, servicing, and repair of tools, dies, and fixtures as experience allows.
• Follow established safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area in the maintenance and tool & die shop.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to troubleshoot machining or tooling issues and continuously improve processes.
• Adapt to working with new CNC automated and robotic lines as they are installed and integrated into production.

Essential Skills

• At least 5+ years of CNC machinist experience working with mills and lathes.
• At least 4+ years of experience in setup, change outs, offsets, and operation of CNC milling machinery.
• Hands-on experience operating CNC Haas machining centers.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting detailed blueprints, including prints with a high number of dimensions.
• Strong ability to use precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Experience working with tight tolerances up to +/- .005.
• Solid understanding of G and M codes to change tooling and make offset adjustments.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Comfort working in a stamping and roll forming environment with heavy dies and industrial equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 4+ years of tool and die maker experience.
• Ability to layout, build, service, and repair tools, dies, and fixtures.
• Journeyman card in machining or tool and die.
• Roll forming experience in a production or maintenance setting.
• Interest in working with new CNC automated and robotic lines and learning advanced machining technologies.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable organization with a long history of consistent operations and no lay-offs in over 75 years, offering a strong sense of job security. The company provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan. Employees and their families enrolled in the PPO plan can access an onsite clinic, supporting convenient and affordable healthcare. The organization invests in your growth through a continuing education program with generous tuition reimbursement, including enhanced support for online learning. You can earn a sign-on bonus upon becoming a direct employee, benefit from a structured PTO accrual program with additional PTO rewards for strong attendance, and enjoy extras such as shoe reimbursement, uniforms if desired, and gym reimbursement. The culture emphasizes safety, stability, and long-term careers, while the weekend night schedule offers a unique work-life balance with 36 hours worked and 40 hours of pay plus a competitive shift premium.

Work Environment

The facility is a very large, bright, clean, and organized manufacturing plant with a substantial maintenance and tool & die shop. The environment includes stamping and roll forming operations, so some areas can be loud, and appropriate hearing protection is used as needed. You will work with heavy dies weighing up to approximately 8,000 pounds, supported by hoists, clamps, and other lifting equipment, as well as a variety of machining and grinding equipment. The role is on a night weekend shift, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., where you work 36 hours and receive pay for 40 hours, along with an additional shift premium. Uniforms are available if you prefer them, and the facility is designed to support safe, efficient, and organized work across all machining and tool & die activities.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Middlebury, IN.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $42.00/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 Middlebury,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.