Die Set Technician - 1st Shift

Midway Products Group, INC; North Vernon, Indiana, Jeffersonville (IN, PA, IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Die Set Technician to oversee the operation of a transfer press. This role involves managing die setups, ensuring quality inspections, and collaborating with improvement teams to enhance press utilization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in die setting and press operation, with a focus on safety and efficiency. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact production goals and overall equipment effectiveness. If you're passionate about manufacturing and continuous improvement, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Complete knowledge of die setting and press parameters.
• Ability to perform quality inspections and adjustments.

Responsibilities

• Operate and optimize transfer press for production.
• Train team members and document press issues.

Skills

Die Setting

Press Operation

Quality Inspection

Maintenance Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Technical Training in Die Setting

Tools

Transfer Press

Inspection Tools

Job description

Description

1st Shift

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Press Area Manager, responsible for the complete operation of a transfer press, including changeovers and identifying improvements.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Maintains the responsibilities and essential functions of a Die Set Technician.
• Has complete knowledge of die setting, press parameters, and the ability to start the press from a complete shutdown condition.
• Initiates press production runs to a continuous mode.
• Performs quality inspection checks, First Off/Last Off inspections, and all "Inspection Strategy" procedures.
• Transports dies, performs die setups, and changes dies in transfer press according to the production schedule.
• Performs all rail setups, ensuring they are hooked up correctly and functioning properly.
• Installs, positions, and aligns dies on the bolster.
• Trains part packers on proper job performance.
• Maximizes each job/die when it is in the press.
• Initiates, recommends, or provides solutions through documented team discussions. Uses improvement events to optimize transfer press utilization.
• Documents all die and/or press issues in detail and communicates them to the Press Improvement Teams.
• Works closely with the Press Improvement Team, Tool & Die, and Maintenance to optimize press utilization, changeover time, and repairs.
• Makes gripper adjustments, end stop adjustments, and adjusts coil feed parameters to minimize downtime.
• Performs small maintenance repairs as needed.
• Strictly adheres to all safety regulations per company policy.
• Establishes and maintains excellent housekeeping habits.
• Performs other essential functions as assigned.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

• The primary performance measure is achieving corporate goals for individual press throughput and plant OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness).
• The secondary measure is maintaining a positive attitude and being a team-oriented employee.