Tool Room Machinist

Hussey Seating Company; North Berwick (ME); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Hussey Seating Company in Maine is seeking a Tool & Die Maker/Machinist to support tooling and die maintenance for production needs on a dedicated, skilled team. You will develop production processes and build specialty tools, wiring, and fixtures from blueprints.

The role emphasizes safety, accurate records, and collaboration with engineering to improve fixtures and tooling. Highly motivated individuals who read blueprints and troubleshoot fixturing will thrive here.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• 1–5 years of professional machine shop experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where priorities are shifting regularly.

Responsibilities

• Update and improve existing equipment capabilities and processes through fixturing/tooling improvements.
• Support the quality department when called upon to assist in building measuring tools.
• Work with tooling/design engineers to improve current fixturing designs.
• Participate in tooling design review to assist in developing innovative tooling concepts and builds.
• Build all components necessary for a fixture design.
• Build entire fixtures from blueprint/design package.
• Pneumatic plumbing of tooling.
• Running electrical wires and connecting sensors.
• Work to a scheduled completion date.
• Maintain accurate records and files according to quality standard.
• Ensure all relevant safety objectives and PPE requirements are observed for all work completed.
• Provide machining support to Maintenance and Manufacturing in order to resolve operational problems.

Skills

Manufacturing principles

ProtoTrak

OSHA compliance

Blueprint reading

Fixturing troubleshooting

Time management

Detail oriented

Team player

Process improvement

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma

1–5 years machining experience

Fast-paced environment

Tools

ProtoTrak machine tools

Job description

POSTION TITLE: TOOL & DIE MAKER/MACHINIST

DEPARTMENT: Tool Room

REPORTS TO: Manager, Manufacturing Engineering

HOURS/SCHEDULE: Monday through Thursday, 5:00am to 3:30pm

HOURLY/SALARY STATUS: Hourly

POSITION OVERIVEW:

The machinist shall support Hussey Seating Company manufacturing needs through building tools and performing die maintenance. They will be responsible for implementation new production processes. The successful candidate will work with a highly skilled team providing solutions that solve engineering and production issues.

The function of the Machinist is to assist in the development and continuous improvement of Production processes, provide guidance to employees regarding tooling that they specifically modify. Some of the tasks that the machinist may be asked to do are build specialty tools, manual and pneumatic welding tooling, and assembly tools.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Update and improve current equipment capabilities and processes through fixturing/ tooling improvements.
• Support the quality department when called upon to assist building measuring tools.
• Work with tooling/design engineers to improve current fixturing designs.
• Participate in tooling design review to assist in developing the best innovative tooling concepts and builds
• Build all components necessary for a fixture design
• Building entire fixtures from blueprint/ design package
• Pneumatic plumbing of tooling
• Running electrical wires and connecting sensors.
• Work to a scheduled completion date
• Maintain accurate records and files according to quality standard.
• Ensure all relevant safety objectives and PPE requirements are observed for all work completed.
• Provide machining support to Maintenance and Manufacturing in order to resolve operational problems.

COMPETENCIES: (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)

• Excellent fundamental knowledge of Manufacturing principles
• Proficient with conversational controls (preferably ProtoTrak machine tools)
• Strong understanding of OSHA safety requirements
• Ability to effectively follow blueprints and provide technical assistance
• Highly motivated self-starter with reputation for showing initiative
• Ability to troubleshoot fixturing problems
• Effective time management skills and ability to manage projects as assigned
• Well organized and efficient with the ability to plan and organize work tasks to meet department objectives
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
• Strong attention to detail
• Team player with the ability to establish and maintain good working relations with internal teams as well as contribute to the ongoing engagement and development of the manufacturing teams.
• Process improvement mindset
• Mechanical aptitude

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school education (or equivalent)
• Minimum 1-5 years of professional experience in a machine shop environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where priorities are shifting regularly.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Excellent manual dexterity
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.

JOIN A TEAM THAT BUILDS MORE THAN GREAT PRODUCTS

At Hussey Seating Company, we’re more than a manufacturer – we’re a family-owned company that has been building places where people come together since 1835. Our success has always been driven by our people, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where employees are respected, supported, and given opportunities to grow. Our culture is grounded in our core value that “We are a family business in it for the long run.” That commitment is reflected in how we invest in our employees through competitive pay and benefits, profit sharing, learning and development opportunities, and a workplace built on teamwork, integrity, and mutual respect.

Hussey Seating Company uses a market-based approach to compensation. The anticipated starting range for this position is $26.85 to $40.27 per hour. Individual compensation is determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, education, certifications, internal equity, and the responsibilities of the position.

If your experience doesn’t match every qualification in this posting, we still encourage you to apply. We recognize that great candidates bring different experiences and perspectives, and we’re always looking for people who share our commitment to quality, innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning.

If you’re looking for more than just a job – if you’re looking for the opportunity to build a career with a company that’s been investing in its people for nearly two centuries – we’d love to hear from you!

Hussey Seating Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, marital status, veteran status or any other category protected by law.