Job Details

Tool & Die Trainee - 1st Shift

Job Category: Hickory Springs

Requisition Number: TOOLD009036

Posted: September 9, 2025

Full-Time

On-site

Rate: $22 USD per hour

Ft. Smith Metal

Fort Smith, AR 72904, USA

Description

Founded in 1944, HSM is a third generation, privately held company with a rich history of innovation and a commitment to our people. With 25 locations across the U.S. and corporate headquarters in Hickory, NC and Huntersville, NC, we specialize in manufacturing components for furniture, bedding, transportation, packaging, automotive, and healthcare industries. Our expertise also includes designing and building automated production machinery. HSM products from sofa springs to swimming pool noodles and bus seats, touch everyday life in countless ways.

At HSM, our success is built on our people. We foster a culture of teamwork, innovation, and shared success. If you're looking for a meaningful place to grow and make an impact, we want to hear from you!

What You Will Do

• Perform shim and sharpen activities to dies as directed by journeyman Tool & Die maker.
• Using manual metal working machines to cut and square material.
• Stamping die PM and repair.
• Set up Bridgeport type machines and operate.
• Read and interpret technical drawings including tolerancing.
• Knowledge of measuring tools: micrometers, calipers, tape measure, etc.
• Set up and operate cut off and band saw machines, surface grinders, drill press, heat treat oven, lathe. Directly support Journeyman Tool & Die Markers as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

What You Bring

• Education/ Experience: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have a High School diploma or equivalent. Must have a minimum of 2 years' experience working in a tool & die shop, using tool shop equipment.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to effectively communicate quality issues to supervisor, lead, and tool and die personnel. Ability to effectively communicate mechanical issues to maintenance personnel. Ability to record quality and production information on records. Ability to read print and using measurement tools, effectively evaluate part for conformity. Ability to read instructions for operation, gauging, or other instructions needed for job. Ability to visually compare products for defects. Ability to occasionally lift up to 2600 pounds with assistance from forklift or winches.

Why Join Us?

• Health & Wellness: Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, including an innovative global healthcare option for qualified participants.
• Retire: 401(k) with company match, fully vested from day one.
• Paid Time Off: Competitive PTO: 104 hours of Vacation + company paid holidays.
• On-Site Medical Clinics: Free for you and covered dependents.
• Teladoc: 24/7 access with no copay.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement, professional development assistance and career growth opportunities.
• Discounts: Enjoy discounts with HSM partners, including Dollywood Parks & Resort, Verizon Wireless, and more.

EEOC

At HSM, we believe that our diversity creates a productive workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectionate or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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