ConMet Monroe Facility
Precision Mold Tooling Machinist
ConMet Monroe Facility, Canton, North Carolina, United States, 28716
Job Description
Job Description Join ConMet in Canton, NC as a Precision Mold Tooling Machinist (Day Shift) Picture your day starting on the shop floor, preparing large plastic injection molds that keep the Class 8 heavy truck industry rolling. On our Day shift, you’ll be the go-to expert ensuring our tooling is precise, reliable, and production-ready. If you take pride in thousandths-of-an-inch accuracy and enjoy working hands-on with mills, lathes, and surface grinders, this role is for you. What a Typical Day Looks Like
Review work orders and job specs to plan machine setups, material needs, and sequencing. Set up, operate, and maintain manual machining equipment—mills, lathes, and surface grinders—to build, modify, and repair injection molding tools and components. Read and interpret blueprints and CAD models, translating tolerances into exact machining steps. Execute precision cuts and finishes to meet exact specifications and surface quality requirements. Use scales, rules, calipers, micrometers, and thread/plug gauges to dial in machines and fixtures. Track the molding schedule, perform insert changes, and prepare tooling to meet production readiness. Monitor molds in operation to spot tooling issues or machine malfunctions before they escalate. Measure molds and parts to verify dimensional accuracy and overall machine performance. Conduct daily inspections of cranes and related lifting equipment. Perform preventive maintenance on molds and tooling to maximize uptime and quality. What You Bring
High school diploma or GED. A one-year certificate from a college or technical school and at least three years of experience in a machine shop environment (required). An equivalent blend of education and experience may be considered. Proficiency with surface grinders, lathes, and mills. Skill using overhead cranes and a forklift. Ability to follow instructions, read micrometers, and interpret CAD drawings and blueprints. Rewards & Benefits
Competitive pay Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, and vision; life and disability insurance Paid vacation accrual and holidays 100% company-paid participation in the ConMet/Amsted Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) Company 401k program match Wellness reimbursement Why ConMet
Solutions Provider:
Since 1964, our innovations have been built into nearly every heavy-duty truck in North America. People-First:
Collaboration and innovation thrive here—we invest in workplaces and communities so our teams can do their best work. Customer Focused:
Trusted by OEMs, fleets, Tier 1 suppliers, and the aftermarket to deliver high-performance solutions. Committed to Sustainability:
We’re taking action to shrink our footprint and advance environmental sustainability across the commercial vehicle industry. Equal Opportunity ConMet is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Description Join ConMet in Canton, NC as a Precision Mold Tooling Machinist (Day Shift) Picture your day starting on the shop floor, preparing large plastic injection molds that keep the Class 8 heavy truck industry rolling. On our Day shift, you’ll be the go-to expert ensuring our tooling is precise, reliable, and production-ready. If you take pride in thousandths-of-an-inch accuracy and enjoy working hands-on with mills, lathes, and surface grinders, this role is for you. What a Typical Day Looks Like
Review work orders and job specs to plan machine setups, material needs, and sequencing. Set up, operate, and maintain manual machining equipment—mills, lathes, and surface grinders—to build, modify, and repair injection molding tools and components. Read and interpret blueprints and CAD models, translating tolerances into exact machining steps. Execute precision cuts and finishes to meet exact specifications and surface quality requirements. Use scales, rules, calipers, micrometers, and thread/plug gauges to dial in machines and fixtures. Track the molding schedule, perform insert changes, and prepare tooling to meet production readiness. Monitor molds in operation to spot tooling issues or machine malfunctions before they escalate. Measure molds and parts to verify dimensional accuracy and overall machine performance. Conduct daily inspections of cranes and related lifting equipment. Perform preventive maintenance on molds and tooling to maximize uptime and quality. What You Bring
High school diploma or GED. A one-year certificate from a college or technical school and at least three years of experience in a machine shop environment (required). An equivalent blend of education and experience may be considered. Proficiency with surface grinders, lathes, and mills. Skill using overhead cranes and a forklift. Ability to follow instructions, read micrometers, and interpret CAD drawings and blueprints. Rewards & Benefits
Competitive pay Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, and vision; life and disability insurance Paid vacation accrual and holidays 100% company-paid participation in the ConMet/Amsted Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) Company 401k program match Wellness reimbursement Why ConMet
Solutions Provider:
Since 1964, our innovations have been built into nearly every heavy-duty truck in North America. People-First:
Collaboration and innovation thrive here—we invest in workplaces and communities so our teams can do their best work. Customer Focused:
Trusted by OEMs, fleets, Tier 1 suppliers, and the aftermarket to deliver high-performance solutions. Committed to Sustainability:
We’re taking action to shrink our footprint and advance environmental sustainability across the commercial vehicle industry. Equal Opportunity ConMet is an Equal Opportunity Employer