Precision Upsetter Tooling Finisher

Job Description

Job Description

Precision Upsetter Tooling Finisher A day in this role

You start by reviewing tooling requirements for the manual and automatic upsetter machines, then gather micrometers, calipers, steel gauge pins, and other gages to verify critical dimensions. Next, you disassemble, recondition, bench, and clean dies and related tooling, resurfacing them with hand tools such as powered drills, grinders, and files to restore smooth finishes. Throughout the shift, you inspect dies for cracks, evaluate wear to determine if they’re salvageable, and analyze any defective parts to recommend adjustments or modifications. You’ll decipher blueprints, document process measurements on the required forms, maintain a spotless workstation, and follow every plant and safety rule. Other duties arise, and you handle them with care and precision.

• Assemble, recondition, bench, change, and clean tooling for manual and automatic upsetters.
• Measure and document results using company forms; ensure conformance to specifications.
• Use micrometers, calipers, steel gauge pins, and other measuring devices with confidence.
• Resurface and clean dies/tooling with powered drills, grinders, files, and similar hand tools.
• Inspect for cracks, finish quality, and dimensional accuracy; verify die opening diameters.
• Assess worn dies for salvageability; recommend changes based on root-cause observations.
• Read and interpret part, machine, and die blueprints.
• Keep machines, tools, and the work area clean; follow all safety and plant procedures.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Individual contributor; no supervisory responsibilities.

• Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience: 1–3 months of related experience and/or training preferred.

• Communication: Read and write simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; report relevant job data clearly.
• Math: Perform basic mathematics.
• Computers/Systems: Use basic technology such as digital self-service tools, time clocks, and other applicable systems.

• Satisfactory completion of the Bennett Mechanical Comprehension Test.
• Proficiency with micrometers, calipers, and related measurement devices.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Prior crane operation experience.

• Stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, and reach throughout the shift.
• Move materials using carts, dollies, cranes, and jacks as needed.
• Routinely lift and/or move up to 40 lbs.
• Tolerate wide temperature swings driven by weather and machinery.
• Work in areas with elevated noise and vibration.
• Wear required PPE at all times: hard hat, protective eyewear, ear plugs, and approved footwear with metatarsal and steel toe safeguards.
• Comfortable working in confined spaces.

You’ll work around historic forging equipment and active conveyance systems where heat, noise, debris, and moving materials are common. Expect significant floor and overhead traffic in the department and periods of high vibration with occasional airborne particulates.

• Pay rate: $25.25/hour
• Full-time employment
• Shift premiums: 2nd shift ($1.00), 3rd shift ($0.75)/per hour
• Union facility with a probationary period of 856 working hours (approximately 5 months)
• Benefits Day 1 (Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, AD & D Life insurance) bolded benefits are company paid.
• 401k Company Match
• Time off:
  • Six (6) PTO days after 6 months of service
  • Two (2) weeks of paid vacation (for 1 year of service but less than 5)
  • Eleven (11) paid holidays after completion of their probationary period
• New FORD vehicle/supplier discount
• Company-provided PPE
• Annual boot allowance and vendor $15 discount
• Quarterly Perfect Attendance Bonus
• Fresh Food Vending Machines with 5th lunch free for every 4 purchased

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, protected veteran status or disability.