Die Setter

NYX Inc.; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

NYX Inc. is seeking a Die Setter to safely set up molding machines in Livonia, MI, ensuring parts meet customer specifications per TS16949 and ISO14001 EMS.

The role reports to the Shift Foreman in the Operations department and requires handling heavy tooling with certified forklift and crane capabilities. The candidate will operate molding machinery, adjust control settings, and document startup processes to maintain production schedules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years’ experience as a Material Handler preferred.
• Valid State Driver's License and passing grade on Power Industrial Truck Test, truck crane qualification, and passing grade on overhead crane operator’s test.

Responsibilities

• Sets up molding machines by positioning molds, aligning die matrix, connecting hoses for continuous production.
• Adjusts machine controls to regulate forming pressure and curing time to ensure consistent quality.
• Examines tooling and adjusts settings per verification sheets and loaded programming to reduce defects on start-up.
• Starts machines and verifies operation to ensure timely production and meeting delivery dates.
• Shuts down machines with proper lock-out procedures and prepares for new orders with minimal downtime.
• Documents production start-up steps accurately and timely.
• Maintains safety and housekeeping standards per F.P.A. and EMS systems.
• Follows TS 16949 and ISO14001 EMS to complete tasks with supervisor direction.
• Completes additional work assigned by supervisor or management.

Skills

Molding machine operation

Quality control

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power Industrial Truck

Overhead crane operation

Job description

Die Setter

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Livonia Molding and Assembly

Reporting To: Shift Foreman

Description

Safely sets up and adjusts molding machines in an accurate and timely manner so that parts meet customer requirements as per T.S.16949, and ISO14001-E.M.S. systems, with direction from supervisor.

Key Responsibilities

All functions will be completed as per the plant’s TS 16949 and ISO 14001 Environmental Management System (EMS) systems.

• Sets up molding machines by positioning molds, aligning die matrix, connecting hoses, etc. for continuous production as per F.P.A.
• Adjusts machine control settings to regulate forming pressure, curing time, etc. so that quality parts are consistent as per F.P.A. form.
• Examines tooling and adjusts machine settings according to the verification sheet, and/or loaded programming from IMM, so that time can be saved, and lower defects achieved on start-up procedures.
• Start machine and verify correct operation to allow accurate and timely function of tooling, so that delivery dates are met. Follow F.P.A. form to help perform this function.
• Shut down machine by performing proper lock-out procedures, removing dies, purging material, etc. so that new orders are safely started with minimal down time.
• Completes required documentation in an accurate and timely manner so that production start-up processes are consistent as per F.P.A. form.
• Ensure safety and housekeeping standards are met through the completion of the F.P.A. form.
• When all of the Section A has been completed, and closed from the Die-set on the F.P.A. form, then following T.S.16949 system, and ISO14001-E.M.S. system should be follow through to the Shift Supervisor.
• Complete additional work assigned to them, by their Supervisor, and or Management Team.

Physical Demands:

• Standing – required on concrete floor
• Sitting – required only when operating the fork lift
• Walking – sometimes required between machines and tool storage area
• Lifting – sometimes up to 75 lbs from floor to shoulder
• Pushing/pulling – frequently required (shoulder and above) when moving molds; sometimes necessary (waist level) when pushing a die cart

*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

High school diploma or equivalent. One to three years’ experience as a Material Handler preferred. Valid State Drivers License and passing grade on Power Industrial Truck Test, truck crane qualification, and passing grade on overhead crane operator’s test.