Hammer & Die Repairperson

Carpenter Technology•Reading, PA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels. Carpenter’s high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets. Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter’s wrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing. Hammer & Die Repair Person PRIMARY DUTIES include, but not limited to: The Hammer & Die Repairperson will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and safety of the mill by repairing and preparing forging hammers, press dies, and other wearable components for use in Carpenter’s forging equipment. They will provide expertise using welding/cutting, heat treating, milling, and grinding equipment, and are required to inspect, test, calibrate, repair, install, fabricate, construct, adjust, lubricate, maintain, dismantle and clean all hammers and dies, and work in conjunction with other maintenance crafts. Operate MIG welder and Carbon/Air Arc. Operate various grinders, milling machines, welders and pneumatic tools. Utilize hand tools to assemble components. Repairs, rebuilds, cleans and assembles mechanical spare parts. Work with overhead cranes and hoists to move and install large machinery parts. Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals. Fabricate parts as necessary using welders, torches, grinders, and cutting equipment. Collaborate with electricians, engineers, and other maintenance staff to troubleshoot and optimize equipment performance. Document work performed and maintain accurate maintenance logs, and reports using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems). Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety, health, and environmental regulations. Observe safety rules and regulations and motivate others to maintain a safe work environment. Responsible for coordinating safety and housekeeping of jobsites and shop areas. Performs other miscellaneous duties as directed by management.

Requirements

2 years welding and machining experience or graduation from a 2-year welding technical training school.
High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school certification preferred.
Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and industrial machinery.
Welding and metal fabrication experience required.
Ability to read mechanical drawings and schematics.
Familiarity with lockout/tagout and other OSHA safety standards.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Repairing and preparing forging hammers, press dies, and other wearable components
Using welding/cutting, heat treating, milling, and grinding equipment
Inspecting, testing, calibrating, repairing, installing, fabricating, constructing, adjusting, lubricating, maintaining, dismantling and cleaning all hammers and dies
Operating MIG welder and Carbon/Air Arc
Operating various grinders, milling machines, welders and pneumatic tools
Utilizing hand tools to assemble components
Repairing, rebuilding, cleaning and assembling mechanical spare parts
Working with overhead cranes and hoists to move and install large machinery parts
Reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals
Fabricating parts as necessary using welders, torches, grinders, and cutting equipment
Collaborating with electricians, engineers, and other maintenance staff to troubleshoot and optimize equipment performance
Documenting work performed and maintain accurate maintenance logs, and reports using CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management Systems)
Ensuring all maintenance activities comply with safety, health, and environmental regulations
Observing safety rules and regulations and motivate others to maintain a safe work environment
Coordinating safety and housekeeping of jobsites and shop areas
Performing other miscellaneous duties as directed by management