Tool and Die Trainee

Company: Automation Personnel Services
Location: Clanton
Posted on: February 20, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description TOOL AND DIE TRAINEE Automation Personnel Services is looking for a Tool and Die Trainee for a company based in Clanton, AL. In this role, you will have the opportunity to find a position that offers valuable skills and growth within a fast-paced and innovative seat manufacturing organization. Pay Rate $17.50 per hour Schedule and Hours 5 00 am to 5 00 pm. 5 00 pm to 5 00 am. Weekends likely Tool and Die Trainee Duties and Responsibilities Manufacture of new production machinery and equipment Sets up and operate machine tools and fits and assembles parts to repair metal parts, mechanisms, tools, or machines. Determines dimensions and tolerances of piece to be machined, sequence of operations, and machines required by studying specifications such as blueprint, sketch, damaged part or description of part. Plans and execute assignments using machine tools ranging from lathes to milling machines. Utilizes precision measuring instruments to check accuracy of work. Schedule and order parts and equipment needed for new assembly lines Material allocation Respond urgently during production hours in performing duties to assist maintenance. Conscious of cost and production impact of downtime on any machinery and equipment. Provide accurate and timely feedback about production machinery and equipment to tool and die supervisor. Study production schedule and schedule work accordingly. Adjust work procedures to meet production schedules. Testing and introducing new monitoring and control systems Monitoring deadlines Tool and Die Trainee Qualifications and Requirements Pass the mechanical aptitude apprentice entry level test provided by JCI as set forth in future apprenticeship policy and complete 4-year program set forth in the Tool and Die Apprenticeship policy. Possess ability to learn machine shop training in mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties and layout and machining procedures. Possess ability to learn to set up work places according to production machinery design and work with production. Possess ability to learn CNC and other technical equipment. Good communication skills. Vocational training regarding machining is preferred. Additional training previous to entering CRH apprenticeship program is preferred but not required. Job Type Full-time, Temp to Hire Benefits • Weekly Pay • Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance • 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours • 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours 401(k) Retirement Plan Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401K matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates. Interested in this job? Click Apply Now, email your resume to apsClanton@apstemps.com, or call us at 205.258.5130 to learn more. You can also apply in person at our office located at Automation Personnel Services Clanton Branch 236 Town Mart Clanton, AL 35045 Bonus Opportunity! We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout. About Automation Personnel Services Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Our accolades include: • 10-time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2025). • Winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2025). • Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association. • Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine. • Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA). Get that New Job Feeling! Apply Today! Equal Opportunity Employer APSClanton

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