Die Set Technician - 2nd Shift

GT Industries, Inc. / GTI; North Vernon (IN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

GT Industries, Inc. in North Vernon, IN is seeking a 2nd shift transfer press operator responsible for the complete operation of a transfer press, including changeovers and die setting.

You will perform inspections, ensure proper setup, and collaborate with the press improvement teams to optimize uptime. The role requires working knowledge of die setting, press parameters, and the ability to start a press from shutdown, with adherence to safety and housekeeping standards.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• 1 year transfer press experience preferred.
• Knowledge of die setting, press parameters, and start-up from shutdown.

Responsibilities

• Operate transfer press and manage changeovers.
• Perform First Off/Last Off inspections and ensure product quality.
• Transport dies and perform die setup and changes per production schedule.
• Adjust rails, dies, and coil feed to minimize downtime and maintain safety.

Skills

Die setting

Press operation

Quality inspection

Education

High School / GED

Job description

GT Industries, Inc.
North Vernon, IN 47265, USA

Description

2nd Shift

POSITION SUMMARY:

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

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Maintains the responsibilities and essential functions of a Die Set Technician.

Will have 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 sets up and changes dies in transfer press according to the production schedule.

Performs all rail setups, and make sure they are hooked up correctly and working properly.

Installs, positions, and aligns dies on the bolster.

Trains part packers on how to perform their job properly.

Must be able to maximize each job/die when it is in the press.

Initiate, recommend, or provide solutions through documented Team discussions. Improvement events will be used to optimize utilization of the transfer presses.

Must document all issues with a die and/or press in detail, and communicate those issues to the Press Improvement Teams.

Works intimately with the Press Improvement Team, Tool & Die and Maintenance to optimize press utilization, changeover time, press repairs and die repairs.

Required to make gripper adjustments, end stop adjustments and adjust coil feed parameters to minimize press downtime.

Performs small maintenance repairs, as needed.

Strictly adheres to all safety regulations, according to company policy.

Establish and maintain excellent housekeeping habits.

Performs other essential functions as assigned.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

Primary measure of performance will be achieving Corporate Goals for individual Press Throughput, and an established Plant Goal for OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)..

Secondary measure of performance will be maintaining a positive attitude and being a Team oriented employee.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Motivations

Preferred

Goal Completion

Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Education

Preferred

High School / GED or better.

Experience

Preferred

1 year:

Transfer Press

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