Die Setter

FastTrack Staffing; Fruitport (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

PTO

401K

Job summary

FastTrack Staffing is seeking a Die Setter to install tooling for the casting process, identify and correct problems, and ensure maximum efficiency. The role requires reading and following instructions, lifting up to 50 lbs, and operating forklifts and cranes in a noisy manufacturing environment.

The position includes mold setup, lockout/tagout adherence, documentation, and ongoing improvement suggestions. A valid mobile equipment and overhead crane license is required, along with readiness to

Qualifications

• Must read and understand work instructions.
• Must write and complete required paperwork.
• Must possess mechanical aptitude.
• Must pass and receive a mobile equipment and overhead crane license.
• Ability to use torches.
• Able to read and follow verbal and written directions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable with standing, bending, twisting, walking, lifting, and reaching throughout your shift.
• The job works in conditions with constant exposure to noise, odors, dust, drafts and chemicals.
• May include seasonally hot and humid conditions for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Removes and installs Molds, Trim dies, Staging Fixtures, EOAT, Unloader, Quench from the VRC/PRC casting machines including complete set-up of molds, cooling circuits, fill tubes, etc. and mold preparation.
• Observes and practices all lockout/tagout requirements for casters.
• Operate fork truck and overhead crane to move Tooling.
• Observes machines and equipment for malfunction and adjustments or repairs as directed to ensure the equipment will operate at maximum efficiency, within operating parameters, safely and correctly.
• Tracks and documents productivity information accurately as directed.
• Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product.
• Utilize checklist and prepare required documents
• Perform 5 whys when analyzing mistakes or ideas.
• Identify molds that need to be repaired.
• Utilize measurement instruments to perform job.
• Perform -Tear downs of molds
• Sand blast Lower and Cover mold cavities
• Power Wash Support Tooling, EOAT-Unloaders.
• Cleaned and Paint Tool Shop
• Submit one Lean Suggestion Per Month
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Read work instructions

Written/verbal directions

Lift 50 lbs

Stand 8+ hours

Overhead crane license

Torch use

Documentation

Job description

Job Responsibilities: The Die Setter will perform tasks to Install tooling for casting process as well as identifying and correcting problems.

Job Duties

• Removes and installs Molds, Trim dies, Staging Fixtures, EOAT, Unloader, Quench from the VRC/PRC casting machines including complete set-up of molds, cooling circuits, fill tubes, etc. and mold preparation.
• Observes and practices all lockout/tagout requirements for casters.
• Operate fork truck and overhead crane to move Tooling.
• Observes machines and equipment for malfunction and adjustments or repairs as directed to ensure the equipment will operate at maximum efficiency, within operating parameters, safely and correctly.
• Tracks and documents productivity information accurately as directed.
• Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product.
• Utilize checklist and prepare required documents
• Perform 5 whys when analyzing mistakes or ideas.
• Identify molds that need to be repaired.
• Utilize measurement instruments to perform job.
• Perform -Tear downs of molds
• Sand blast Lower and Cover mold cavities
• Power Wash Support Tooling, EOAT-Unloaders.
• Cleaned and Paint Tool Shop
• Submit one Lean Suggestion Per Month
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

• Must be able to read and understand work instructions.
• Must be able to write and complete required paperwork.
• Must possess mechanical aptitude.
• Must pass and receive a mobile equipment and overhead crane license.
• Ability to use torches.
• Able to read and follow verbal and written directions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable with standing, bending, twisting, walking, lifting, and reaching throughout your shift.
• The ability to stand for 8+ hours a day
• The job works in conditions with constant exposure to noise, odors, dust, drafts and chemicals.
• May include seasonally hot and humid conditions for extended periods of time.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• PTO
• 401K

This is a drug-free workplace. All candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and be willing to submit to a national background check.