Die Set-Up and Maintenance Specialist

Stimpson; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Stimpson in Pompano Beach, FL, is seeking a Die Set-Up and Maintenance Specialist to ensure presses are prepared to exact specifications, troubleshoot dies, and maintain optimal equipment condition for consistent production quality.

You will follow precise work orders, analyze production orders, manage machine setups, document parameters, and train operators when needed, all while upholding safety and a clean, orderly work area.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints accurately.
• Strong time management skills and attention to detail.
• Collaborative mindset to foster teamwork and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Set up presses based on work orders and adapt procedures as needed.
• Analyze production order components and apply them effectively.
• Manage machine setups including auxiliary equipment and material specs.
• Document process parameters and follow startup/shutdown protocols.
• Perform routine cleaning and lubrication of machinery parts.
• Identify variances, troubleshoot, and develop repeatable processes.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Time management

Team collaboration

Job description

Discover the Challenge

As a Die Set-Up and Maintenance Specialist, you will be the cornerstone of our production team, ensuring our equipment meets high quality standards and functions seamlessly. You’ll handle the preparation and troubleshooting of dies, maintaining their optimal condition.

Your Daily Mission

• Set up presses based on precise work orders, adapting and innovating standard procedures for exceptional outcomes.
• Analyze and apply all production order components effectively.
• Manage machine setups, including auxiliary equipment, verifying the appropriate metal type and thickness.
• Document and adhere to process parameters for consistent results and follow startup and shutdown protocols meticulously.
• Routine maintenance tasks involve cleaning and lubricating machinery components like shafts and bearings.
• Develop repeatable processes using sophisticated troubleshooting skills, ensuring production smoothness.
• Assess parts for tolerances and dimensions, employing exacting measures to adjust inconsistencies.
• Measure and inspect workpieces for defects and precision, using instruments like micrometers and calipers.
• Facilitate seamless communication across departments for smooth operations.
• Support continuous equipment operation and occasionally train operators in the intricacies of setup and repair.
• Conduct all activities adhering to safety guidelines, maintaining an orderly workspace.

Essential Skills

• Decisive judgment and the ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Time management proficiency and computer skills.
• A collaborative spirit to foster teamwork and innovation.