Tool and Die Maker- HPEC

Job Details: Job Location: Harrisburg Engineering Center (HPEC)

• Harrisburg, PA, Salary Range: $25.00 - $40.00Hourly, Job Shift: First Shift, Tool and Die Maker (All Shifts – 6 Openings) Location: Harrisburg, PA Job Type: Full-time Pay: $25.00 – $40.00 per hour (commensurate with experience) Shifts Available: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Shifts About the Role Due to business growth, an increase in upcoming manufacturing projects, and anticipated retirements, we are expanding our tooling team! We are looking for 6 skilled Tool and Die Makers to support our production facility, specifically within our EDM and grinding operations, as well as general die and mold tooling qualification and maintenance. Whether you are an experienced Journeyman or a skilled Machinist looking to advance your career in a stable, growing environment, we invite you to apply.

Benefits

& Perks We offer a comprehensive compensation package designed to reward your hard work and expertise: Competitive Pay: $25.00 to $40.00/hour (based on experience) with shift differentials. Time Off: Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holiday schedule. Health & Wellness: Outstanding health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match to help you prepare for the future. Growth & Stability: Long-term project pipeline in a safe, collaborative work environment.

About the Role

Due to business growth, an increase in upcoming manufacturing projects, and anticipated retirements, we are expanding our tooling team! We are looking for 6 skilled Tool and Die Makers to support our production facility, specifically within our EDM and grinding operations, as well as general die and mold tooling qualification and maintenance.

Whether you are an experienced Journeyman or a skilled Machinist looking to advance your career in a stable, growing environment, we invite you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Build, develop, qualify, and repair production die and mold tooling. Specialized Machining: Set up and operate toolroom machinery, with heavy focus on EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining) and precision grinding equipment. Component Fabrication: Manufacture replacement die components and mold tooling to exact engineering specifications.

Preventative Maintenance: Maintain and service shop equipment to ensure seamless production operations. Blueprint Reading: Interpret product drawings, CAD files, and tool drawings to perform precise setups and machining.

Qualifications

Experience: 5–7 years of experience in tool and die building, mold development, or precision machining.

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Technical school degree, vocational training, or CAD/NC programming capability is a strong plus. Certifications: Certified Journeyman Tool and Die Maker or Journeyman Machinist credential preferred (not required). Technical Skills: High proficiency with toolroom machinery, surface grinders, EDM setups, heat treating, and product prototyping.

Physical Requirements: Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs and work comfortably in a toolroom/production environment.