What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Production Technician II-York,Pennsylvania position at THE HILLMAN GROUP, INC.?
Job Summary
Operate multiple machines and processes used in forming, machining, and finishing chain and fittings. Manage routine process variability and maintain production efficiency. Support consistent output and product quality in a metal manufacturing environment.
Essential Job Functions*
*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.
Education & Experience
Competencies - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Operational Equipment
Work Environment and Physical Demands
Work Environment
Packaging - Material Handler: Self-paced, 8 hr shifts. May be exposed to fumes, loud noises, and extreme temperatures infrequently. Functional near, far and peripheral vision and functional hearing required.
Physical Demands
Packaging - Material Handler: Heavy, lifting up to 85 lbs., pushing/pulling up to 280 lbs.
The Hillman Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.
Operate multiple machines and processes used in forming, machining, and finishing chain and fittings. Manage routine process variability and maintain production efficiency. Support consistent output and product quality in a metal manufacturing environment.
Essential Job Functions*
- 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 (length, diameter, thread pitch, etc.).
- 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 (galvanizing, plating, painting).
- Ensure material traceability throughout the production process.
- Train and assist Level I technicians.
- Maintain compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Other duties as assigned.
*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.
Education & Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 1-3 years of manufacturing, warehouse, industrial, or related experience.
Competencies - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of equipment used in chain and fittings manufacturing (presses, threading machines, CNC) required for effective operation.
- 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 impacting 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.
Operational Equipment
- N/A
Work Environment and Physical Demands
Work Environment
Packaging - Material Handler: Self-paced, 8 hr shifts. May be exposed to fumes, loud noises, and extreme temperatures infrequently. Functional near, far and peripheral vision and functional hearing required.
Physical Demands
Packaging - Material Handler: Heavy, lifting up to 85 lbs., pushing/pulling up to 280 lbs.
The Hillman Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.