Precision Tooling Mechanic: CNC/PLC for Defense

Riverbend Energetics; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Comprehensive benefits package

Long-term defense programs

Job summary

Riverbend Energetics is seeking two Tooling Mechanics to join our Automation department. This is a hands-on, hourly role for experienced machinists who value precision fabrication and equipment reliability in defense manufacturing.

You will design, repair tooling and machine components, troubleshoot PLCs, read blueprints, and collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to minimize downtime while maintaining safety standards.

Qualifications

• Trade school certificate or equivalent in machine tooling or maintenance.
• Hands-on experience operating manual/CNC lathes and mills.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and GD&T.
• U.S. citizen or eligible to work on U.S. defense contracts.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and repair tooling, fixtures, and machine components using manual and CNC lathes, mills, and other precision machine tools
• Program, troubleshoot, and modify PLCs to support automated equipment and production machinery
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic/hydraulic issues on plant equipment
• Read and work from blueprints, CAD drawings, and technical specifications to fabricate precision parts to tight tolerances
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on production machinery to minimize unplanned downtime
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to resolve equipment issues efficiently
• Maintain accurate records of repairs, tooling changes, and PLC program revisions in accordance with plant documentation standards
• Adhere to all plant safety procedures, including lockout/tagout protocols

Skills

Blueprint reading

PLC troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Independent worker

Safety compliance

GD&T literacy

Education

Trade school certificate

Tools

Manual lathe

CNC lathe

CNC mill

CAD drawings

Job description

Riverbend Energetics is seeking two Tooling Mechanics to join our Automation department. This is a hands-on, hourly role for experienced machinists who value precision fabrication and equipment reliability in defense manufacturing.

You will design, repair tooling and machine components, troubleshoot PLCs, read blueprints, and collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to minimize downtime while maintaining safety standards.