Why Work With CSS?

CSS is a family-run business with 87 years of success, much of which we attribute to our incredible team. Many employees begin their careers at CSS and remain with us until retirement. We are committed to fostering long-term growth and advancement through our “promote from within” philosophy, robust apprenticeship programs, and benefits such as tuition reimbursement. By investing in our people, we cultivate a motivating and inclusive culture rich with opportunity.

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Benefits

  • Competitive Pay – Above industry average
  • Tuition Reimbursement – CSS invests in your continued education towards certification and/or a degree.
  • Overtime Opportunities – Potential to earn more
  • Comprehensive Insurance Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Life & Voluntary Life Insurance – Added financial security
  • 401(k) Retirement Program – Plan for your future
  • Paid Time Off – A bank of time that can be used for any reason
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance – Financial protection during an illness
  • Health Care Reimbursement Account – Tax-advantaged account for medical expense
  • Dependent Care Reimbursement Account – Tax advantaged account for childcare and elder care expenses
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential support for personal and professional challenges
  • 8 Paid Holidays – Enjoy time off throughout the year
  • Job Security – Stability driven by the diverse markets we serve

Culture

  • As a family owned company, we deeply care about the well-being of every employee
  • We embrace a “promote from within” mentality to foster long-term growth.
  • Continuous training ensures our team stays current with the latest machines, techniques, and safety procedures.
  • We consistently upgrade our equipment so employees work with the best tools available.
  • Our dynamic work environment keeps things interesting—many employees have been with us for 40+ years.
  • As a family company, we encourage employees to refer friends and family to join our team.
  • Our leadership maintains an open-door policy, empowering all employees to share their ideas and concerns.

Open Positions

Ability to work OT as required & lift up to 35lbs unassisted required for all positions

1st shift – Set Flexible Hours

2nd shift – 2:30pm-11:00pm

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 5 years experience in the Set-up – Trouble shooting, Component Fabrication and Production of progressive, compound, four slide and secondary tooling.
  • CT approved (apprenticeship completed) journeyperson
  • Ability to read - understand blue prints and GDT as needed for production manufacturing.
  • Working knowledge and practical experience with the use of statistical process control in production environments. Progressive stamping background required
  • Working knowledge of ISO quality standards and practical experience with the use of statistical process control in a production environment.
  • Familiar with Medical and Aerospace (ISO13485 & AS9100) working environments.
  • An understanding of Manufacturing Engineering - Quality Engineering - Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and its components (i.e. Kaizen, Kanban, SMED, 5S, etc.)
  • Familiar with principles of concurrent engineering and design for manufacturing and assembly.
  • Experience with production standards, cost of quality and manufacturing methods.
  • Self starter with strong work ethic / production oriented.
  • Ability to lift up to 35lbs unassisted

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1st shift – 6:00am-2:30pm

2nd shift – 2:30pm-11:00pm

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 5 years experience in the Set-up – Trouble shooting, Component Fabrication and Production of progressive, compound, four slide production departments.
  • CT approved (apprenticeship completed) journeyperson.
  • Ability to read - understand blue prints and GDT as needed for production manufacturing.
  • Working knowledge and practical experience with the use of statistical process control in production environments. Progressive stamping background required
  • Working knowledge of ISO quality standards and practical experience with the use of statistical process control in a production environment.
  • Familiar with Medical and Aerospace (ISO13485 & AS9100) working environments.
  • An understanding of Manufacturing Engineering - Quality Engineering - Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and its components (i.e. Kaizen, Kanban, SMED, 5S, etc.)
  • Familiar with principles of concurrent engineering and design for manufacturing and assembly.
  • Experience with production standards, cost of quality and manufacturing methods.
  • Self starter with strong work ethic / production oriented.
  • Physical ability to do work requiring frequent stooping and bending.
  • Ability to lift up to 35lbs unassisted

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1st shift – 6:30am-3:00pm

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor degree in Engineering/ Industrial Fields.
  • Ability to read blue prints and analyzes its feasibility to be manufactured.
  • Knowledge of:
    • Lean manufacturing and its components (i.e. Kaizen, Kanban, SMED, 5S, etc.).
    • ISO quality standards and statistical process control in a production environment.
    • Principles of concurrent engineering and design for manufacturing and assembly.
    • Production standards, cost of quality and manufacturing methods.
    • Statistical process control in production environments.
    • Six-sigma or other methods to define, measure, analyze, improve, and control process capability.
  • CAD Literate. Capable of using CAD for creating specifications for fixture/assembly aids, gauges and machine designs, as well as floor plans a plus.
  • Proficient in creating and maintaining visual works instructions.
  • Strong verbal and written technical communication skills.
  • Detail & Task driven work ethic.

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1st shift – 7:00am-3:30pm

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 5 years experience in the Set-up – Trouble shooting and Production of Progressive / / Compound & Secondary tooling.
  • Ability to read - understand blue prints as needed for production manufacturing.
  • Working knowledge and practical experience with the use of statistical process control in production environments.
  • Working knowledge of ISO quality standards and practical experience with the use of statistical process control in a production environment.
  • An understanding of Manufacturing Engineering - Quality Engineering - Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and its components (i.e. Kaizen, Kanban, SMED, 5S, etc.).
  • Familiar with principles of concurrent engineering and design for manufacturing and assembly
  • Experience with production standards, cost of quality and manufacturing methods.
  • Detail & Task driven work ethic.
  • Ability to lift up to 35lbs unassisted

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1st shift – 6:00am-2:30pm

Qualifications:

  • High School, Trade School graduate or demonstrated equivalent skills.
  • Good math skills.
  • Ability to read blue prints.
  • Good mechanical skills.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Knowledge in the use of simple gauges (i.e. plug gauge, micrometers, load testers…)
  • Ability to lift objects from lower to a higher position or moving horizontally from position-to-position.
  • Ability to lift up to 35lbs unassisted.

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1st shift – 6:00am-2:30pm

Qualifications:

  • High School, Trade School graduate or demonstrated equivalent skills.
  • Good math skills.
  • Ability to read blue prints.
  • Good mechanical skills.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Knowledge in the use of simple gauges (i.e. plug gauge, micrometers, load testers…)
  • Ability to lift objects from lower to a higher position or moving horizontally from position-to-position.
  • Ability to lift up to 35lbs unassisted.

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1st shift – 7:00am-3:30pm

Qualifications:

  • Tool Maker or Machinist certification with at least 5 years experience running a maintenance department.
  • High energy level, self-starter good reasoning abilities and sound judgment.
  • May be required to assist or otherwise instruct other personnel.
  • Performs other duties as may be required.
  • Attendance is an essential function of the job.
  • Resourceful and well organized.
  • Participative management style- advocate of team concept.
  • Ability to establish credibility and be decisive
  • Ability to recognize and support the organization’s preference and priorities.
  • Results and people oriented, external and internal service orientated.
  • Computer literate.
  • Ability to lift up to 35lbs unassisted.

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1st shift – 7:00am-3:30pm

Qualifications:

  • Ability to performs checks, tests, gauging, and instrument inspections of material, product in process, and finished goods.
    • Prefer DSQR source inspection certification.
    • Prefer GD&T knowledge
    • Visual ability (corrected) to read directions and prints and to inspect parts closely to ensure that they meet specifications.
    • Manual dexterity sufficient to operate inspection machinery for precision work.
  • High school or technical school education, or equivalent, with mathematics emphasis.
  • Skill required to operate gauges and testing equipment.
  • Analytical capabilities to interpret detailed and complex drawings
  • Physical ability to do work requiring frequent stooping and bending.
  • Ability to lift up to 35lbs unassisted

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Apprenticeship Program

Our apprenticeship program offers paid, hands-on training for individuals interested in developing specialized trade skills. Apprentices may be recruited both internally and externally, and benefit from real-world experience while earning a paycheck. As one former graduated apprentice put it:

“The nice thing about the apprenticeship program is you’re making money the entire time you learn and work—which you can’t do in many jobs.”

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We comply with all relevant laws governing non-discrimination in every location where we operate. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.