Manufacturing Production Technician II

Hillman•East York, PA

About The Position

Operate multiple machines and processes used in forming, machining, and finishing chain and fittings. Manage routine process variability and maintain production efficiency while supporting consistent output and product quality in a metal manufacturing environment. The role includes operating production equipment, setting up and changing over equipment for different products, monitoring processes, inspecting components, addressing routine production issues, and recording production data. The technician also supports coating and finishing processes, maintains material traceability, assists and trains Level I technicians, and complies with safety and quality standards. Duties may change or additional duties may be assigned. Employees are expected to participate in safety and health activities, report hazards and unsafe practices or incidents, wear required personal protective equipment, and support safety committee activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
1–3 years of manufacturing, warehouse, industrial, or related experience.
Knowledge of equipment used in chain and fittings manufacturing, including presses, threading machines, and CNC machines.
Ability to perform equipment setup and adjustments based on product specifications.
Skill in dimensional inspection of metal components using gauges and measurement tools.
Ability to troubleshoot routine issues such as tooling wear, misalignment, or material inconsistencies.
Knowledge of heat treatment, coating, or finishing processes that affect product durability.
Ability to interpret basic product specifications and tolerances for load-bearing components.
Ability to work independently while maintaining production targets and quality standards.

Responsibilities

Operate forming presses, CNC machines, threading equipment, or welding stations.
Perform equipment setup and changeovers for different sizes or product types.
Monitor heat treatment, forging, or machining processes for consistency.
Perform dimensional inspections, including length, diameter, and thread pitch.
Identify and resolve routine production issues such as misfeeds or tooling wear.
Record production, downtime, and scrap data in tracking systems.
Support coating or finishing processes such as galvanizing, plating, and painting.
Ensure material traceability throughout the production process.
Train and assist Level I technicians.
Maintain compliance with safety and quality standards.
Participate in safety and health program activities, report hazards and unsafe practices or incidents, wear required personal protective equipment, and support safety committee activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.