Tool & Die Maker-3rd shift

Parker Hannifin; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 39,440 - 47,582; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with company matching

Career development & tuition reimburse

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Parental leave

Job summary

Parker Hannifin in Nebraska is seeking a tool & die maker-in-training to learn the trade and help operate lathes, CNCs, milling machines, grinders, and heat-treating furnaces. You will assist in fabricating parts for dies and machines and replace or repair tooling as needed.

Responsibilities include interpreting blueprints, following safety rules, and completing production paperwork. The role offers growth through hands-on learning in a structured shop environment.

Qualifications

• High school education with one year machine shop experience.
• Associate’s degree in tool & die or mold making with six months on-the-job experience in machine shop functions.

Responsibilities

• Receive and interpret verbal instructions, drawings, and blueprints.
• Set up and operate tool room machines including lathes, milling machines, drill press, CNC machines, and grinders.
• Handle machinist’s hand tools and precision measuring devices.
• Operate and learn heat treating furnaces.
• Fabricate new or replacement parts for dies or machines.
• Support other tool makers as required.
• Produce prototype parts as required.
• Complete paperwork including job cards, inspection reports, logs.
• Keep work area neat, safe, and compliant with procedures.

Skills

Interpret drawings & blueprints

Precision measuring

Verbal instruction comprehension

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in tool & die or mold making

Tools

Lathes

CNC machines

Milling machines

Grinders

Heat treating furnaces

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for learning tool and die trade, including the operation of lathes, CNC machines, milling machines, grinders, heat treating furnaces, etc. Assists in the fabrication of tools and dies. Works in production departments to replace or repair machinery.

Responsibilities

• Is capable of receiving and interpreting verbal instructions, drawings, and blueprints.
• Uses precision hand tools and measuring equipment. Learns how to set up and operate tool room machines including lathes, milling machines, drill press, band saw, CNC machines, and grinders.
• Learns to handle and use machinist’s hand tools and precision measuring devices.
• Operates heat treating furnaces.
• Fabricates new or replacement parts for dies or machines.
• Supports other tool makers as required.
• Produces prototype parts as required.
• Learns fabrication and troubleshooting of all production machines and stamping dies.
• Completes paperwork as required including job cards, inspection reports, logs, etc.
• Keeps work area neat, clean, organized, and under control.
• Is responsible for quality and safety of own work and compliance of all company procedures and policies.

Qualifications

• High school education with one year machine shop experience.
• Associate’s degree in tool & die or mold making with six months on-the-job experience in machine shop functions.

Competitive Compensation

• Hourly pay range for this role is $28.63-$34.54
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefits and Retirement Plans

• Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined‑contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Additional benefits including paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability programs, adoption assistance, Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and 13 company‑paid holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based on job‑related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. U.S. citizenship, permanent residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions in accordance with U.S. Import & Export Regulations.

Drug‑Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.