Die Repair Machinist, Progressive Tooling

BAE Manufacturing Industries; Fraser (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

BAE Manufacturing Industries in Fraser, MI is seeking a Die Repair Machinist to repair and improve progressive stamping dies with a continuous-improvement mindset. You will analyze parts, make precise die adjustments, and verify outcomes using CMM data.

Responsibilities include bench PM, sharpening and shim adjustments, and tuning nitrogen, pad, and manifold pressures. Strong repair skills and a minimum of 2 years' die experience are required; Journeyman license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of die repair experience.
• Journeyman License preferred.
• Proficiency in mechanical systems and component repair.
• Strong tool/die/mold repair skills.

Responsibilities

• Repair and improve progressive stamping dies with a continuous-improvement mindset.
• Analyze parts using stamping gauges; make accurate die adjustments.
• Use CMM layout information to guide corrections and verify outcomes.
• Perform bench-based PM; identify and address wear or damage.
• Sharpen details; shim to maintain timing, shear, and stagger.
• Dial in nitrogen, pad, and manifold pressures.
• Troubleshoot issues while the die is in the press.
• Fabricate new die details as required (die sections, punches).
• Repair cracked/welded die details.
• Record all PM time in the database with accuracy.

Skills

Die repair

Machining

Mechanical repair

Education

Journeyman License

Tools

Mill

Surface grinder

Lathe

Profiler

Micrometers

Calipers

Process gauges

Job description

Die Repair Machinist, Progressive ToolingShift: First shift | Status: Full-timePay transparency: Compensation is tied to the nature and length of your prior experience. Please be prepared to discuss and verify the skills and experience presented on your resume.Is this you?Do you troubleshoot dies right in the press and get production back on track?Can you interpret CMM layouts to determine exactly where an adjustment is needed?Are you confident tuning nitrogen cylinders, pad pressures, and manifold pressures?Do you eliminate scrap marks by finding their root cause?Can you machine new details—sections, punches—and repair cracked or welded components?What you will doRepair and improve progressive stamping dies with a continuous-improvement mindset.Analyze parts using stamping gauges; make accurate die adjustments.Use CMM layout information to guide corrections and verify outcomes.Perform bench-based PM; identify and address wear or damage.Sharpen details; shim to maintain timing, shear, and stagger.Confirm die sensor operation and adjust for reliable function.Dial in nitrogen, pad, and manifold pressures.Troubleshoot issues while the die is in the press.Fabricate new die details as required (die sections, punches).Repair cracked/welded die details.Operate machine tools: mill, surface grinder, lathe, profiler.Record all PM time in the database with accuracy.How we operateKeep work areas neat and orderly.Follow all quality and work instructions; use micrometers, calipers, and process gauges; document clearly.Prioritize safety and always use safety devices correctly, including safety blocks.Collaborate, support team decisions, and help teach and train operators.QualificationsMinimum 2 years of die repair experience (required).Journeyman License (preferred).Proficiency in mechanical systems and component repair.Strong tool/die/mold repair skills.Benefits401(k)Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance