Cold Forming Machinist & Tooling Specialist

PennEngineering; Michigan; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

PennEngineering in Waterford, MI, is seeking an experienced header technician to set up and operate die forming and thread rolling machines, perform dimensional inspections, and apply SPC controls to ensure product quality.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 5–15 years of header experience, with hands-on ability to adjust machines, perform maintenance, and contribute to tooling design.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5-15 years of header experience required.

Responsibilities

• Read specs to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
• Set stops or guides to specified lengths.
• Position dies and toolings in the machine to required positions.
• Make machine adjustments to form product within specification and troubleshoot when needed.
• Operate machines to manufacture product to tolerances and inspect with SPC techniques.
• Observe machine operation and detect defects or malfunctions using load monitors and SPC controls.
• Measure dimensions to verify accuracy of machine operation.
• Assist in tooling design with engineers.
• Perform routine machine maintenance (oil, dies, light components).
• Set up, stack, label, and transport finished product.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Die forming machines

Thread roller equipment

Job description

PennEngineering in Waterford, MI, is seeking an experienced header technician to set up and operate die forming and thread rolling machines, perform dimensional inspections, and apply SPC controls to ensure product quality.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 5–15 years of header experience, with hands-on ability to adjust machines, perform maintenance, and contribute to tooling design.