Tool and Die Maker - 1st Shift

RBC Bearings Incorporated; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer seeks a Manual Machinist to operate machinery, read blueprints, and ensure precision in production. Candidates must have a high school diploma and tool and die experience, with competitive pay based on skill and experience. This role supports critical manufacturing functions in aerospace and industrial sectors.

Qualifications

• 0-5 years of tool and die experience suggested.
• Machining experience such as CNC Lathe or Mill, Surface Grinding, or OD/ID Grinding considered.
• Skilled at mathematics and creating sketches by hand.

Responsibilities

• Operate manual lathe and mill, tool grinder and sharpener.
• Read blueprints, sketches, and tooling drawings.
• Inspect parts using a variety of inspection equipment.

Skills

Mathematics

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CNC Lathe

CNC Mill

Inspection Equipment

Job description

RBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE: RBC/RBCP) is a leading international manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings, components, and essential systems for the industrial, defense, and aerospace industries. Founded in 1919, the Company is primarily focused on producing highly technical and/or regulated bearing products and components requiring sophisticated design, testing, and manufacturing capabilities for the diversified industrial, aerospace, and defense markets. We currently have 56 facilities, of which 37 are manufacturing facilities in ten countries and our market capitalization is approximately $6.2 billion.

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Essential Functions of the Job:

• Operate a manual lathe and mill, tool grinder, sharpener, and other machine shop equipment.
• Read blueprints, sketches, and tooling drawings.
• Perform heat treatment on tool steels.
• Operate or train to operate CNC toolroom mill.
• Inspect parts using a variety of inspection equipment (e.g., micrometer, indicator, & comparator).
• Work with Manufacturing Engineering to develop tooling improvements and make the hardware.
• Work with maintenance to produce replacement parts for production machinery.
• Keep the immediate work area clean.

The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this job function. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

Education:

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.

Experience:

• 0-5 years of tool and die experience suggested (e.g., knowledge of tolerances, reading blueprints, processing).
• Machining experience such as CNC Lathe or Mill, Surface Grinding, or OD/ID Grinding considered.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Skilled at mathematics, creating sketches by hand, and adding in dimensions.
• Ability to work without constant supervision and in a team environment.
• Ability to use inspection equipment.
• A desire to be working manual machines to produce "one-off" tools and parts that are critical to support business needs.
• Ability to give, receive, and follow written and verbal instructions in English and communicate job related information to others.

Physical & Environmental Factors:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee generally works indoors within the office and manufacturing areas.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate or loud.
• The employee is regularly required to sit and talk or to hear.
• The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

This role is subject to compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), which requires the incumbent to be either a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident [“green card” holders] or have refugee or asylee status.

Please note that the salary range information is only applicable for California. The pay range represents the low and high end of the salary range we reasonably expect to pay for this position at the time of posting. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, education, skills, qualifications, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Pay Range: $20 to $35/hour.

RBC Bearings is an Equal Opportunity Employer to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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