Tool & Die Tech

Are you a skilled Tool & Die professional who enjoys solving complex challenges and turning precision designs into high-quality, reliable tools? Do you thrive in an environment where craftsmanship, problem-solving, and hands‑on expertise come together to support a world‑class manufacturing operation?

If you answered yes, we should talk! Ceco Door, an ASSA ABLOY branded company, is looking to place a Tool & Die Technician on our team. This role will be based on‑site at our manufacturing facility in Milan, Tennessee.

• Plan and perform all bench and required tool room operations, including experimental work requiring a good degree of skill and thorough knowledge of tool and die building practices.
• Build, repair and maintain all tools, dies, die components, fixtures, gauges and special machinery throughout the facility.
• Work with supervision and engineering to plan and install new machinery and equipment.
• Contribute to the design of fixtures and tooling.
• Troubleshoot automated tools, dies or equipment connected with PLC controls.
• Assist maintenance and electricians as necessary.
• Perform all required duties associated with EDM setup and programming.
• Utilize machinery and equipment including, but not limited to, milling machines, lathes, surface grinders, radial arm drill presses, heat‑treat ovens, hardness testing equipment, arc welders, MIG welders, cutting torches, assorted tool‑room small tools, forklift and hand truck.
• Be flexible to work odd hours in or utilize tool‑room equipment, minimize downtime or when critical machinery is not functioning properly.
• Be able to work shifts of up to 12 hours and more than 40 hours per week as scheduled.
• Perform special assignments and projects as assigned.
• Actively participate in providing a safe and harmonious working environment for all employees.
• Assure compliance with federal, state, local and corporate governance policies, regulations and laws, AADG programs and policies and the ASSA ABLOY Code of Conduct.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1‑3 years of relevant tool and die or machinist experience, or completion of an apprenticeship in tool and die making or a State Vocational Training Institute diploma.
• Proficient communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent mental and visual focus for precise interpretation of drawings, sketches and blueprints, and ability to work with close tolerances.
• AutoCAD or 2D AutoCAD experience.
• TIG welding skills and experience with wire EDM setup and programming.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs for approximately 30% of the time.
• Excellent knowledge of shop mathematics.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications.

• Competitive Salary.
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time and paid Company Holidays.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short and Long‑term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance.
• 401(k) Program with company contributions.
• Tuition Reimbursement, Learning and Career Development opportunities.
• Flexible Spending.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Discount portal.
• Recognition, well‑being and employee experience programs designed to support and celebrate you throughout your career.

Interested in learning more? If so, contact Ky Bailey at

AADG, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veteran.