Tool & Die Machinist - Manufacturing

What you’ll do:

POSITION SUMMARY
We are seeking a skilled Machinist and Die Repair Specialist to join our team at our manufacturing facility located in Washington, PA. The successful candidate in this position will play an integral role in maintaining production functionality by maintaining and repairing complex dies to ensure our uninterrupted production of our high-quality steel boxes. This is a hands-on position that gives you the ability to work with you hands and see the direct impact of your labor on a day to day basis. 

KEY ATTRACTIONS
Step into a role that’s central to our success at our well-established steel outlet box manufacturing facility. As a Machinist/Die Repair, you’ll:

•    Advanced Skill Development: Opportunity to hone high-level machinist skills, particularly in die repair Using state of the art equipment
•    Technical Challenge and Diversity: Engage in varied and challenging tasks, from precision machining to complex die repairs, ensuring a dynamic and engaging work experience
•    Impactful work: Direct contribution to the quality and efficiency of product manufacturing, playing a crucial role in the company’s success 
•    Continuous Learning and Improvement: Opportunities for ongoing training and development to have a direct impact on the production facility and the improvement of our machines
•    Safety First Culture: Work in an environment that prioritizes safety, ensuring a healthy and secure workplace.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
This position is responsible for monitoring one or various production lines and operations in accordance with plant policies and procedures, ensuring smooth production operation during the shift. Some specific duties include:

•    Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to set up and operate machine tools for outlet box construction. 
•    Perform precision machining operations, including cutting, drilling, grinding, milling and turning to fabricate parts and components.
•    Inspect and measure machined components to ensure they meet precise specifications
Conduct regular maintenance and repairs on dies including disassembling, diagnosing faults, and performing intricate repairs.
•    Specialize in the repair of progressive and compound dies, ensuring they function efficiently and effectively.
•    Modify and adjust dies for new product specifications and enhancements
•    Troubleshoot and resolve issues with dies to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules
•    Implement and follow rigorous safety standards and protocols, particularly in handling heavy machinery and sharp tools

Qualifications:

Basic Requirements: 
•    Ability to machine and construct tooling to drawing specifications to meet production need
•    Ability to read, alter CAD drawings and blueprints
•    Ability to use manual lathes, mills, grinders, etc. to fabricate process equipment
•    Familiarity with machining a variety of tool steel material and including D2, A2, and copper. 

Preferred Qualifications:
•    Associate degree related to Tool and Machining or 2 years of machining experience. 
•    Experience in building die tooling for stamping/manufacturing processes. 
•    Welding TIG/MIG experience
•    Familiarity with steel heat treating process