Die Set Technician / Stamping Press Operator - 1st Shift

Midway Products Group, INC; Findlay (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Midway Products Group, INC. is seeking a Die Set Technician for first shift to manage die setting, press operation, and quality checks. You will start presses from shutdowns and run continuous production while ensuring tight inspection and process control.

The role requires mechanical aptitude, proficiency with die changes, rail setups, and collaboration with maintenance teams to minimize downtime and improve efficiency.

Qualifications

• High School / GED (preferred).
• Must be mechanically inclined & initiative to drive improvement to meet established performance goals. (preferred).
• Crane (preferred).

Responsibilities

• 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 ups 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.

Skills

Die setting

Press operation

Quality inspection

Detail oriented

Maintenance mindset

Education

High School / GED

Tools

Crane (preferred)

Job description

Description

First Shift

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 ups 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.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Ability to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

High School / GED (preferred)

Experience

Must be mechanically inclined & initiative to drive improvement to meet established performance goals. (preferred)

Licenses & Certifications

Crane (preferred)

Skills

• Crane (preferred)

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