Die Setter – 1st and 2nd Shift

• Adjusting dies to obtain an acceptable product through quality control.
• Write tool repair tags and communicate with die storage for tool and die transit to die shop.
• Communicate all issue with machine, tools and set-ups working towards continuous improvement.
• Set all safety devices and provide a thorough check of each safety device before turning the press over to production.
• Informing each press operator on their particular die/dies, instruct them on safe operation.
• Complete all parameters on all set-ups and create new parameters on new jobs.
• Make proper changeovers on dies and to obtain and return changeover parts to and from assigned destinations.
• Trouble shoot and assist in trouble shooting with die makers when necessary.
• Lubricate dies on a daily basis. This includes draw pins, guide post, bushings, cam drivers, etc. Also keep the proper mixture of oil at each die that requires it for operators use.
• Relieve operators on emergency basis, when necessary.
• Polish dies due to galling, when needed.
• Maintain bolt carts, bolsters on presses, racks and cabinets in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Must be willing to work any and all overtime as required
• All other duties as assigned by management

Working Conditions:  Plant environment, working on and around machinery. Moving and setting large Stamping dies up to 50K lbs. Standing 7.7 hours, capable of lifting from 10lbs - 40 lbs on a consistent basis to include; pushing, pulling, bending, some stooping and reaching.  Using manual tools and compressed air impact guns. 

• Set-up and tune in dies without help from team lead.
• Good communication skills, capable of completing required paperwork.
• Capable of being trained in Lock-out/Tag-out, crane and die-setting.
• Capable of driving a tow motor/die cart in order to obtain a license.