Die Setter (Day Shift)

Position Summary

Under limited guidance follows established procedures to safely set-up transfer and/or straight-sided presses in the most efficient manner to produce a quality part that ultimately results in total customer satisfaction.

The die setters are required to support multiple projects and work with cross-functional teams to achieve total customer satisfaction and in an effort to continue the ISO 9001 certification by meeting quality standards and procedures.

Job Functions

§ Reads the layouts and/or set-up instructions and safely performs set-ups on a variety of transfer and/or straight sided presses to produce a variety of quality parts, which includes the removal and replacement of dies, etc., as necessary

§ Reads the layouts and/or set-up instructions and safely performs set-ups on auxiliary equipment

§ Troubleshoots and problem solves machine, tooling, and equipment problems

§ Maintains tooling and fixtures, including repairing and/or replacing as required

§ Ensures all safety equipment is in place and press can be operated in a safe manner

§ Understands what each tooling piece controls and the ability to distinguish tooling problems from press problems

§ Properly completes all required paperwork, including routers and timecards

§ Understands the operation of the press and basic die theory, safety of these presses, including lifts, cams, slides, carrier rings, how to set draws, clearances between punches, trim and pierce stations, and step punches

§ Responsible for all quality requirements for each job performed and strives to perform at 100% labor efficiency. Refers to specifications to determine frequency and method of product inspections. Refers to process sheet/blueprints for product specification details and use of gages. Makes part inspections according to product specifications.

§ Follows all safety requirements and rules

§ Maintains a clean and safe work area

§ Follows directions as to product packaging requirements

§ Assists production supervisors in the training of coworkers

§ Responsible for knowledge of ISO 9001 procedures that affect work area

§ Responsible for all quality requirements for each job performed and strive to perform at 100% efficiency

§ Responsible for eliminating waste, recommending solution, problem solving and cost reduction ideas

§ Creates a culture of open communication, trust, continuous improvement and performance with internal and external customers

§ ISO 9001 support

§ Performs other duties as assigned

Outcomes

§ Identification of effective ways to improve machine efficiency and safety

§ Accurate completion of all required paperwork, including timecards and routers

§ Machine efficiencies

§ Set-up time efficiencies

§ Internal and External PPM’s reduction from previous years

§ Cost reductions and improvements

§ ISO 9001 certification

Measures

§ Machine downtime

§ Setup times

§ On-time shipments

§ Running machines at job rate requirements

§ Make proper adjustments to get part of print specifications

§ Troubleshooting and mechanical skills

§ Router information

§ Work to meet set-up hours specified on Router for Job

Minimum Requirements

§ Minimum high school diploma or GED

· Minimum trade or technical school certificate or diploma

§ Minimum 1-3 years manufacturing experience preferred

§ Attend work on a consistent basis during the assigned work hours

§ Strong mechanical background and/or ability

§ Ability to read, write and understand English

§ Shop level math skills

§ Ability to understand and follow oral instructions given in English

§ Ability to stand and stay with a machine

§ Ability to use various gauges and test equipment such as comparators, micrometers, calipers, and height stands

§ Ability to read blueprints

§ Metrology skills in the use of gauges

§ Knowledge of machines and machine functions

§ SPC training or the ability to learn SPC

§ Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills

§ Ability to learn WSC quality and production procedures

§ Moderate to heavy physical effort is required to perform normal job duties with continuous mental and visual attention to perform machine operations, inspections and measurements requiring constant alertness and activity

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Overtime

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No

Work Location: One location