Screw Machinist Set-Up Lead

Dixon Valve Company; Landisville (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K plan

Paid vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Training opportunities

Gym reimbursement

Job summary

Bearon Manufacturing LLC is seeking a skilled Screw Machinist Set-Up Lead to join our Landisville, PA team. You will serve as the technical expert for Davenport, Acme, New Britain, and Wickman screw machines, handling setups, tooling changes, and output quality.

Responsibilities include rapid troubleshooting, First Article inspections, and adherence to precise engineering blueprints. Candidates should have strong mechanical aptitude, steady hands, and a solid attendance record.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Extensive, hands-on experience setting up, troubleshooting, and operating Acme, New Britain, Wickman, or Davenport screw machines.
• Technical foundation through vocational training or related coursework.
• Industry experience in high-volume metal manufacturing or machining.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments and blueprint interpretation.
• Ability to stand for up to 8 hours and lift up to 40–50 pounds with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Expert Machine Setup: Perform comprehensive setups, tooling changes, and adjustments on Davenport Screw Machines to produce precision parts.
• Troubleshooting: Analyze and resolve complex machine and programming issues swiftly to minimize downtime and maintain production flow.
• Quality Assurance: Use precision measuring tools to perform First Article and in-process inspections, ensuring adherence to blueprints and quality standards.

Skills

Screw machine setup

Troubleshooting

Quality inspection

Blueprint reading

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Acme screw machine

New Britain screw machine

Wickman screw machine

Davenport screw machine

Job description

Screw Machinist Set-up Lead

Location: 801 Stony Battery Road, Landisville, PA 17538

Screw Machinist Set-up Lead

Location: 801 Stony Battery Road, Landisville, PA 17538

Work Hours: 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday

Competitive Compensation

Bearon Manufacturing LLC is seeking a highly experienced Screw Machinist Set-Up Lead to join our dedicated team in Landisville, PA! In this role, you will serve as the technical expert responsible for the performance, setup, and output of our specialized screw machines. If you have strong screw machine setup experience and are looking to grow your career, we'd like to hear from you.

At Bearon Manufacturing LLC, we value the contributions of our Military Veterans and proudly employ our nation’s heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

What You'll Do

• Expert Machine Setup: Perform comprehensive setups, tooling changes, and adjustments on Davenport Screw Machines to produce precision parts meeting exact specifications.
• Troubleshooting: Analyze and resolve complex machine and programming issues swiftly to minimize downtime and maintain production flow.
• Quality Assurance: Use precision measuring tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, indicators) to perform First Article and in-process inspections, ensuring adherence to engineering blueprints and quality standards.
• Process Adherence: Strictly follow all manufacturing processes, procedures, and documentation related to machine operation and part inspection.
• Safety & Maintenance: Conduct daily preventative maintenance and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Team Collaboration: Work effectively within a team structure, demonstrating flexibility with rotating assignments and cross-training as needed.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Extensive, hands‑on experience setting up, troubleshooting, and operating Acme, New Britain, Wickman, or Davenport screw machines.
• Technical Foundation: Proven mechanical aptitude demonstrated through hands‑on experience, vocational technical training, or related coursework (e.g., auto mechanics, maintenance, or manufacturing technology).
• Industry Experience: Previous experience in a high‑volume metal manufacturing, fabrication, or machining environment.
• Precision Tool Knowledge: Proficiency in using and interpreting precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, etc.).
• Blueprint Reading: The ability to accurately interpret basic engineering blueprints or schematics.
• The ability to stand for up to 8 hours and lift and/or move materials weighing up to 40 pounds frequently, and occasionally up to 50 pounds (assistance provided for heavy lifts).
• A great attitude, strong work ethic, and excellent attendance record are non‑negotiable.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
• Competitive salary
• Bonus programs
• 401K retirement plan
• Training opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays
• Gym reimbursements, and more!

Who We Are:

Bearon Manufacturing LLC is a U.S.-based precision components company with over 40 years of experience. We specialize in machining, casting, prototyping, pattern making and value-added finishing services, operating from a modern facility in Pennsylvania. Our parts serve a wide range of industries including agriculture, emergency equipment, medical, filtration, transportation and ship‑building. We’re proud of our long‑standing commitment to quality, continuous improvement and supporting our customers with industry‑leading manufacturing solutions.

Join us and be a part of a team that values your contributions and supports your goals!

We do not provide sponsorships to work in the United States.

The Dixon Group is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices and laws. Accordingly, to the fullest extent required by applicable law, The Dixon Group strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons

The Dixon Group is committed to protecting the privacy rights of its employees and job applicants to the fullest extent required by applicable law. To that end, personal information will be collected solely for those legitimate business purposes recognized by law, and then maintained in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to document retention requirements. The Dixon Group does not sell personal information to third parties, and does not share such personal information with third parties except when authorized by law to do so (e.g., in response to a lawful subpoena; mandatory tax reporting; etc.)