Manufacturing Production Technician III (1st Shift)

Manufacturing Production Technician III - First Shift
York, PA | Campbell Chain, a part of The Hillman Group
About Hillman
The Hillman Group recently acquired Campbell Chain, bringing together more than a century of manufacturing excellence with the resources and opportunities of a leading industrial organization.

For over 100 years, Campbell Chainhas manufactured high-quality commercial and industrial chain products used in critical lifting, rigging, transportation, and material handling applications across North America. Since 1919, Campbell has built a reputation for producing durable, safety critical products that customers trust in demanding industrial environments.

Position Summary
The Manufacturing Production Technician III will lead complex production processes for chain and fittings requiring precision, durability, and compliance with industry standards. Serve as a technical expert for forming, machining, and finishing operations. Drive improvements in quality, efficiency, and equipment performance.

Schedule

Schedule: Monday to Thursday: 6am-4pm

Overtime may be required on Fridays 6am-2pm based on business needs

Schedule may vary based on business needs

What We Offer

Competitive hourly pay: $25 an hour

$1.50 shift differential

Paid training

Career advancement opportunities

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Overtime opportunities based on business need

Why Join Us?

Join Campbell Chain, part of The Hillman Group, with a manufacturing legacy dating back to 1919.

Learn specialized manufacturing skills and advance your career.

Contribute to products used in cranes, hoists, overhead lifting systems, load securement, and heavy industrial operations across North America.

What You'll Do

Lead operation of forging presses, automated welding, or advanced machining systems.

Troubleshoot complex issues such as dimensional variance, metallurgical defects, or coating failures.

Analyze production data to improve yield, strength, and process efficiency.

Support heat treatment process optimization (hardness, tensile strength targets).

Interface with automated control systems (HMI/PLC) for process monitoring.

Validate setups for new products or custom fittings.

Mentor technicians and guide best practices in production processes.

Drive scrap reduction and process improvement initiatives.

Support maintenance and tooling improvements.

Act as technical lead during production disruptions.

Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.

3-5 years of manufacturing, warehouse, industrial, or related experience.

Competencies – Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Advanced knowledge of forging, machining, and finishing processes required for high-strength chain and fittings production.

Ability to diagnose metallurgical or dimensional issues impacting product performance.

Skill in analyzing production and quality data to drive process improvements.

Knowledge of heat treatment processes and their impact on material properties.

Ability to mentor technicians and improve overall team capability.

Ability to operate independently and make high-impact technical decisions.

Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and quality teams.

*This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and health program activities including immediately reporting hazards, immediately reporting unsafe work practices and incidents to supervisors, wearing required personal protective equipment, and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.

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