Engineering Jobs in Beatrice Gage County, NE

Tool & Die Technician / Mold Maker – Competitive Salary + Benefits – Beatrice Nebraska

The Role

Are you ready to take your skills as a Tool & Die Technician to the next level? If the answer is yes, then let's get the ball rolling and make it happen!

We are looking for a Tool & Die Technician who will be responsible for performing mechanical and electrical trouble shooting, breaking down and repairing injection molds and other secondary tooling.

Key Responsibilities:

The key responsibilities of a Tool & Die Technician include, but are not limited to:

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) and corrective maintenance on molds to ensure optimal performance.
• Assist in tooling version changes, engineering modifications, and continuous improvement projects.
• Break down, troubleshoot and repair/reassemble molds.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to resolve tooling and process-related issues.
• Keep tool area and machines clean and maintained.
• Maintain good communication with team members.
• Understand the job responsibilities in order to perform, monitor and control the process as it affects quality.
• Follow all procedures and work instructions pertaining to your assignment and make recommendations to improve the process.
• Appropriately record problems or non-conformances to ensure corrective action and preventive measures are taken.
• Notify the supervisor immediately when problems or non-conformances are detected.
• Assist in problem-solving process, corrective action and prevention activities.

The Company

Accuma Corporation has been a major manufacturer of plastic components for the battery industry for over 50 years. Producing battery containers, lids, vent-plugs and accessories

The Person

The key skills and qualities of a Tool & Die Technician are:

• Minimum Education – High School diploma or GED. Technical certification or associate degree in industrial maintenance, mold repair, or tooling preferred.
• Familiarity with hydraulic, pneumatic, and cooling systems used in injection molding equipment is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Experience with manual mills, lathes, and grinders would be beneficial.
• Must be well organized.
• Must have mechanical experience.
• Must have or be able to obtain a forklift license.
• Must be proficient in the use of measuring gauges.
• Must be able to frequently bend and lift parts for up to 12 hours.
• Must be able to pull up to 150 lbs with a hand truck.
• Must be able to lift 30 lbs over your head.

If you are keen on joining this exciting, forward-thinking company and taking the next step in your career, then please click the apply now button to find out more.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.