Die Setter

Hamilton Connections, Inc.; Bethel (CT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton Connections, Inc. in Bethel, CT is seeking a die setter for a temp-to-hire position in a stamping/tooling environment. The role involves setting up dies in a stamping press and running production with minimal supervision.

Hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, and pay ranges from $30 to $35 per hour depending on experience. Candidates should have strong mechanical skills and blueprints reading ability.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in tool making and die setting.
• Able to read blueprints and interpret inspection equipment.
• Strong mechanical skills and problem-solving abilities.
• U.S. citizen; pass pre-employment screenings.

Responsibilities

• Complete die set-ups for production per work order.
• Analyze and resolve work problems or assist workers in solving problems.
• Operate all standard press room machinery and production support equipment.
• Troubleshoot stamping problems with toolmakers (slug pulling, misdeeds, scrap buildup, etc.).
• Perform routine machine maintenance.
• Count parts daily and during inventory; keep work area clean.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Blueprint reading

Math skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Vocational training

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Job description

Hamilton Connections is seeking candidates for a die setter position at a manufacturing company in Bethel, CT. This is a temp-to-hire position.

The die setter sets up die in a stamping press and runs production without assistance.

The hours are 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday-Friday. The pay is $30-$35 an hour, depending on experience.

Job Responsibilities:

• Complete die set-ups for production in accordance with work order
• Analyze and resolve work problems or assists workers in solving work problems
• Operate all standard press room machinery and production support equipment
• Work with toolmakers to troubleshoot stamping problems related to slug pulling, misdeeds, scrap build up and segregation, part ejection, and product dimensional nonconformance
• Perform routine machine maintenance
• Help with generation of work instructions when required
• Degrease stamp parts
• Count parts daily after production and during inventory
• Keep work area clean
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• 5 or more years of experience in tool making and die setting
• Strong mechanical skills
• High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of vocational training strongly preferred
• Able to read blueprints
• Able to use and interpret inspection equipment including precision tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, etc.)
• Able to handle physical aspects of the job, including standing for long periods and heavy lifting
• Able to troubleshoot press machine
• Organized with the ability to multi-task and be adaptable to change
• Good math skills
• Good interpersonal and leadership skills
• Analytical thinking/problem solving
• Strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Able to pass pre-employment screenings