Tool Maker B - Day Shift

At PennEngineering, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. You can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every employee that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth.

About the role

PennEngineering is seeking a motivated individual to join our Tool Room as a Tool Maker B. You’ll collaborate with teams that do truly amazing things in manufacturing and engineering.

Responsibilities

• Progress and develop into an "A" Tool Maker.
• Independently perform the job of tool maker "A/B" in its entirety with minimal assistance, operating all department machines and any specialty machines as assigned:
  • Milling Machine
  • Lathes
  • Centerless Grinder
  • Surface Grinder
• Work from complex ideas, drawings, sketches, blueprints, and verbal instructions using micrometers, vernier calipers, calculators, indicators, protractors, etc., to produce desired parts or results.
• Provide and use own basic measuring tools.
• Obtain instructions, sketches, drawings, etc., from lead person/foreman.
• Obtain raw material from department stock.
• Set up any department machine as needed to produce work with very close tolerances.
• Produce first piece and verify all dimensions for accuracy against drawings or sketches.
• Produce subsequent pieces to exacting tolerances and specifications, checking each for adherence to strict quality standards.
• Fit and assemble parts as required.
• Detect and report faulty machine operation, defective material, drawing discrepancies, or other unusual conditions to foreperson.
• Replenish raw material stock as used.
• Replace or re-sharpen cutting tools as required.
• Perform final inspection and deliver tools to the next workstation.
• Maintain machine and workplace area in a neat and orderly condition daily, including weekly general cleanup.
• Keep machines free of chips.
• Complete required paperwork, including routers, pick slips, and inspection reports.
• Collaborate closely with foreperson to exchange information pertinent to the work.
• Observe all safety regulations in all duties.
• Maintain all tool room machines in proper working order.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Tool & Die Makers Certificate or a minimum of 2-3 years of Tool Room experience.

Physical Requirements

• Visual acuity for detailed work.
• Ability to stand for a minimum of 8 hours per day.
• Occasional lifting of up to 30-40 lbs, from floor to waist.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (employer-paid dental and vision).
• Parental leave.
• 401k with employer match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid on-the-job training.
• Performance incentive bonuses.
• Community volunteering opportunities.
• Talent referral bonus program.
• Employee-centric culture.
• 1st and 2nd shift opportunities.
• Air-conditioned work environment.
• Onsite gym.

Location: Danboro, PA