Tool Maker A

PennEngineering®; Danboro (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Employer Paid: Dental and V​

Parental Leave

401k and Employer Match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Onsite Gym

Employee Centric Culture

Job summary

PennEngineering is seeking a Tool Maker A in Danboro, PA to join a team delivering precision tools and developmental dies. You will read blueprints, set up milling and grinding operations, and ensure tight tolerances are met through careful inspection and adjustments.

The role offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus, on-site work, and opportunities for skill growth in a supportive manufacturing environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and relevant tool room experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Tool & Die Makers Certificate or 5+ years tool room experience preferred.
• Experience with manual and CNC milling, grinders and precision measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Read, edit, and develop tool programs; plan and assign daily tasks.
• Operate tool room machines (Milling, Centerless/Suface grinders) and set up jobs with tight tolerances.
• Produce first pieces, then full runs ensuring dimensions match drawings. Document inspection results.
• Maintain tool room workspace clean and safe; report any equipment issues to foreperson.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Micrometer use

Quality inspection

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Milling machine (manual & CNC)

Centerless grinder

Surface grinder

Measuring tools (micrometers, calipers)

Job description

Position Summary

$5,000 Sign on Bonus!

At PennEngineering, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. You can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every employee that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Tool Maker A

As the Tool Maker A at PennEngineering, you’ll collaborate with teams that do truly amazing things.

Join us as we build the future in Manufacturing and Engineering!

Perks And Benefits

• Medical & Employer Paid: Dental and Vision
• Parental Leave
• 401k and Employer Match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid On the Job Training
• Performance incentive bonuses
• Community Volunteering
• Talent Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Centric Culture
• 1st and 2nd shift opportunities
• Air-conditioned work environment
• Onsite Gym

What You Will Do

• Independently read, edit, and develop programs, as well as plan and assign required daily task.
• Independently performs the job of tool maker "A" in its entirety, operating all the following typical department, machines and any specialty machines as assigned. This includes the ability to independently start, set up and run jobs in their entirety.
• Milling Mach. - Manual and CNC
• - Manual and CNC
• Centerless Grinder
• Surface Grinder
• Construct, alter, or repair a wide variety of standard and non-standard developmental and experimental tools such as dies, jigs, fixtures, gauges, etc. to close tolerances and precise set ups for both Manual and CNC
• Receives general directions from lead person /foreman and works from complex ideas drawings, sketches, blueprints, and verbal instructions, using micrometers, vernier calipers, calculator, indicators, protractor, etc. to produce the desired part or result.
• Must have own basic measuring tools.
• Obtain instructions, sketches, drawings, etc. from lead person /foreman.
• Obtains raw material from department stock.
• Sets up any department machine as needed to produce the work as directed, very exactly and must hold very close tolerance.
• Produces first piece and checks all dimensions for accuracy against drawings, sketches, etc.
• If first piece is acceptable, produces subsequent pieces to very exacting tolerances and specifications. Each succeeding piece is also checked upon completion for strict adherence to exacting specifications, highest finish, and quality.
• Fits and assembles parts as required.
• Detects and reports faulty machine operation, defective material drawing discrepancies, operating problems and other unusual conditions to foreperson.
• Replenishes raw material stock as used.
• Replaces or re-sharpens cutting tools as required.
• Performs final inspection and delivers tools to the next workstation.
• Maintains machine and workplace area in a neat and orderly condition on a daily basis, and performs a general machine and work area cleanup once a week. Keeps machine free of chips.
• Performs required paperwork. Including completing routers, pick slips and inspection reports.
• Collaborates closely with foreperson to transmit and exchange information pertinent to the work at hand.
• Observes all safety regulations in all duties.
• Is responsible for maintaining all tool room machines in proper working order.
• Performs other duties as required.

Location

Danboro, PA

Requirements

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Tool & Die Makers Certificate or 5 Years (min) Tool Room Experience

Physical Requirements

• Visual acuity for detailed work.
• Must be able to stand for a minimum of 8 hrs. per day.
• Do occasional lifting of up to 30 - 40 lbs, from floor to waist.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Belonging (DEB) endeavors to create a safe space for all employees and customers, regardless of age, race, sex, gender identity, national origin, or religion. We lift up voices and opinions by creating a respectful work environment where difference is valued, and we are doing our part to build towards a greater society where diverse points of view are celebrated.