Employment Opportunities

Bon Tool Co. is a leading manufacturer of hand tools for the building trades. Our hiring practices reflect the high integrity of our business ethics and contribute to our success over the past 60 years. We offer competitive salaries and complete benefits including, medical, dental, retirement, and life insurance. Bon Tool Co. is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a smoke-free, safe environment. Drug screening is required after an employment offer is made.

Join our team as we continue to grow.

If you are interested in an open position or would like us to consider you for future openings, send your resume with a letter expressing your interest.

Some openings do not require a resume. If you prefer, please complete Bon's Employment Application and return to us.

Resume or application to:
Human Resources Department
Bon Tool Co.
4430 Gibsonia Road
Gibsonia, PA 15044 USA

Phone: 724 443-7080

email: humanresources@bontool.com

Current Open Positions

PRODUCTION FOREMAN

This position will use skills in troubleshooting and problem solving to address production constraints, improve workflow and efficiencies, and supervise a team of subordinates.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:
• Create a working schedule for workers
• Measure strengths & weaknesses of workers, utilizing their abilities as best suited
• Hire workers as needed with consent of management
• Motivate and support workers when required
• Assign appropriate tasks and provide shop travelers as needed to workers, while ensuring they are properly trained on the equipment they are using
• Ensure workers are engaging in productive activities, and fill in when/where necessary
• Manage inventory levels and the release of materials to production adequately
• Communicate regularly with management regarding problems related to employees and/or production capacity
• Small machine repair and maintenance
• General shop organization

Qualifications:
Primary department oversight:
• Finish Trowel Production
• Welding/Fabrication
• General Assembly and Packaging
• Brick Trowel & Long Handle Tool Production
• Coordination of prototypes, samples and new products
Background in metal fabrication is required:
• General knowledge and Hands-On Set Up (Press Brake, Punch Press, Sanders/Grinders, Milling Machines, etc.)
• Fabrication Tooling and Fixtures
Basic QC Oversight
Competence in the following are plusses:
• CNC Programming (Milling Machine and Press Brake)
• TIG Welding/Spot Welding
• Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Access
• Building Maintenance
• Maintaining and Creating BOMs
• CAD Software (i.e., Solidworks, AutoCAD)

This is a full time position scheduled Monday through Friday. Shop hours are 5:00am to 4:30pm at the Gibsonia location, and there is flexibility for the supervisor's hours within that duration. Company offers a competitive benefits package including healthcare, dental, vision, group life insurance, 401(k), Company 401(k) contribution, 401k profit sharing, and vacation, sick, and holiday pay after completion of eligibility period.

Compensation will be determined based on experience and skill set.  
Drug screening and background checks will be conducted prior to hire.

REACH TRUCK OPERATOR

Under general supervision, the Reach Truck Operator will ensure safe and accurate receipt, storage and shipment of products utilizing equipment including, but not limited to, stand up forklifts.
Essential Job Duties:
• Promote safe work environment through personal actions.
• Load and unload trucks and containers using equipment provided in safe and efficient manner.
• Check and count freight for accuracy and/or damage; take inventory as needed.
• Direct product to correct area in warehouse.
• Clear work area of loose wood and plastic; sweep area as needed.
• Report faulty equipment, damage to racks, and other safety hazards to supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
• Minimum 12 months' work experience in warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems.
Preferred Skills:
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Ability to read numbers and labels.
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment.
• Ability to pay close attention to details and meet deadlines.
• Ability to safely lift 60 pounds frequently.

This is a full-time position Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm at the Gibsonia location. Company offers a competitive benefits package, including health care, dental, and vision insurances, group life insurance, 401(k), Company 401(k) contribution, 401k profit sharing, vacation, sick, and holiday pay, after completion of eligibility period.
Only qualified candidates with related experience will be considered.
Pre-employment drug screening, physical and background check are required. EOE

PRODUCTION ENGINEER 

Bon Tool Company is a global leader in the manufacturing and warehousing of professional construction tools for the trowel trades. With a firm commitment to provide the best value and the highest standards of workmanship and customer care, the company is looking for a full-time Production Engineer.  This position will oversee manufacturing processes at our company and be responsible for supervising staff, ensuring health and safety codes are followed, training workers in the responsible use of machinery, identifying problems in the production line, troubleshooting equipment, and completing various administrative tasks.  This is a hands-on position with an expectation to spend a significant part of the day on the floor and assisting in day-to-day operations.
To be successful as a production engineer, you should be an independent thinker and keen problem-solver. Outstanding production engineers are able to diagnose problems, train staff, and provide effective recommendations.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:
• Supervising the manufacturing processes, ensuring quality work is done in a safe, efficient manner.
• Liaising with other engineers to develop plans that improve production, costs, and labor required.
• Diagnosing problems in the production line and providing recommendations and training.
• Establishing safety procedures and protocols that take the workers' well-being into account, and that also minimize the carbon footprint.
• Keeping abreast of advancements in engineering and production, and sharing knowledge with co-workers.
• Identifying, documenting, and reporting unsafe practices.
• Drawing up production schedules and budgets for projects.
• Scheduling meetings with relevant departments and stakeholders.
• Analyzing all facets of production and making recommendations for improvement.
• Obtaining any materials and equipment required.

Requirements:
• Degree in engineering 
• Relevant license may be required
• Experience with CAD software
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Superb analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Strong leadership abilities
• Superb written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to make decisions under pressure.
• Great attention to detail and organizational skills.

This is a full time position scheduled Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm at the Gibsonia location. Compensation will be commensurate with candidate's experience. Company offers a competitive benefits package including healthcare, dental, vision, group life insurance, 401(k), Company 401(k) contribution, 401k profit sharing, and vacation, sick, and holiday pay after completion of eligibility period.
Pre-employment drug screening and background checks are required. EOE

MACHINE OPERATOR

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Able to perform milling, jig and fixture build, & machine and die setup 
• Able to operate equipment utilized in steel fabrication, such as, bending, cutting, drilling, forming, grinding, punching, sawing, shearing, spot welding 
• Understanding CAD drawings and work from job jackets
• Able to assist with Inventory control 
• Perform pre-operation inspections to ensure proper functioning of machine
• Inspect machinery to ensure compliance with safety standards and industry regulations
• Observe the machine's operations and inspecting product output for quality
• Communicate with colleagues about production processes to maximize efficiency
• Perform minor repairs and consulting with technicians for more significant repair need

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Be a positive addition to a team work environment is a MUST.
• Assemble components as designed.
• Ability to accurately measure and cut materials, able to read a tape measure
• Strong ability to work with your hands
• Ability to learn new skills and techniques
• Willingness to accept constructive criticism in order to improve your skill set
• Strong attention to detail to maintain highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction
• Be self-motivated under limited supervision.
• Comfortable with change in a variety of situations
• Ability to complete multiple projects at once in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to work under pressure in a dynamic environment
• Ability to spend the majority of their day standing
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lb.
• Consistent Attendance, dependable, reliable, and punctual.

This is full time position scheduled Monday through Friday daylight between 7:30 am to 4:30 pm at the Gibsonia location. Company offers a comprehensive benefits package including Healthcare (medical/dental/vision), Group Life, 401(k) and match, Paid Time Off (vacation/sick/holiday), employee discount and more.
 Drug screen and background checks will be conducted prior to hire. EOE.

SUMMER HELP WANTED – WAREHOUSE/MANUFACTURING

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assist with assembling products and labeling
• Restocking of shelves
• Assist with unloading and receiving
• Maintaining a safe and clean work area
• Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Be a positive addition in a team work environment
• Strong ability to work with your hands
• Ability to learn new skills and techniques
• Strong attention to detail to maintain highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction
• Be self-motivated under limited supervision
• Ability to spend much of the day standing
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lb
• Consistent attendance, dependable, reliable, and punctual

There are full time/part-time/temporary positions available with flexible schedules Monday through Friday daylight between 8:00 am to 4:30 pm at the Gibsonia location.
Hourly rate starting at $13.00 an hour depending on experience.  Benefits include a flexible schedule, employee discount and more.
Drug screen and background checks will be conducted prior to hire. EOE.