Die Setter

Magna International; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna International is seeking a skilled individual in Sterling Heights, Michigan for the role focused on die setting in metal stamping. The candidate will manage die and tooling setups, ensuring safety regulations are followed while maintaining high standards on the production floor.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and 2-3 years of die setting experience, with strong communication skills and the ability to perform heavy manual labor. Familiarity with MS Office and AS400 is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of die setting experience with metal stamping dies.
• Experience adjusting and programming transfer systems.
• Familiarity with MIOSHA standards.

Responsibilities

• Locate die, tooling & gauging for job setup.
• Improve process changeover times.
• Operate necessary equipment for transfers.

Skills

Die setting

Manual labor

Communication

AS400 knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Bar code labeling system

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Locate die, associated tooling & gauging and proper material for job set up.
• Responsible for continuously improving the process or changeover to reduce the time it takes for changeovers.
• Keep die racks and finger bar racks neat, clean and organized. All chutes and miscellaneous die set equipment must be properly put away.
• Operate hi-lo, crane and any other equipment required to transfer equipment.
• Ability to transfer the die in the proper manner. Align the die, steel, feeder, etc., and secure the equipment as required.
• Adjust press, feed, coil height, knockout, air pins, as required to obtain inspection approval and safe operation.
• Set up Peripheral equipment such as guards, conveyors, lubricators, and unloading devices.
• Perform related labor as required to clean up, set up, and organize.
• Return the dies and materials to the proper location.
• Cut off or make air pins, parallels, knockouts, chutes etc. as required.
• Maintain and record all related paperwork such as die set up sheets, checklists etc.
• Perform first off inspections with established inspection methods to confirm setup / changeover was performed correctly.
• Must be able to run 200 pcs before releasing job to the operator.
• Provide training to Press Operator I’s.
• Participate in internal, external and LPA audit activities when required.
• Instruct Press Operator I’s during die changes to assist in die set.
• Assist with coordination of production floor including MAFACT activities, training of employees and driving best practices.
• Support and participate in division and department improvement initiatives through Continuous Improvement Suggestion Program, and sharing of knowledge, ideas, and/or best practices with co-workers.
• Ensure that company policies and procedures are adhered to including IATF 2016:16949, ISO14001 (EMS), Mafact and Employee Handbook.
• Follows MIOSHA and MPTSH safety regulations and policies, including wearing required P.P.E. (Personal Protective Equipment) and Lockout.
• Reports unsafe conditions to Supervisor/Leader.
• Complies with the designated ISO / 14001 responsibilities related to effective environmental management in accordance with MPT’s Environmental Management System (EMS).

Education And/or Experience

High School Diploma or GED. 2-3 years of die setting experience with metal stamping dies, including progressive, transfer and line dies. At least 2-3 years’ experience adjusting and programming transfer systems. Ability to perform heavy manual labor such as bolting dies into presses. Knowledge of MIOSHA standards. Able to work independently. Ability to work with others in a fast-paced team environment. Ability to exercise initiative, common sense and ability to maintain effective internal and external working relationships. Results-oriented team player. Highly organized, self-starter with a positive attitude. Flexibility to work extra hours when needed and different shifts. Excellent attendance and performance record. Self-starter with a positive attitude. Must have own tools.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must be able to obtain Hi-lo and crane license.

Additional Skills

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend instructions in English and correspondence such as safety rules and operating instructions. Ability to document forms as required by position. Able to communicate in English effectively, (read and write). Strong communication (oral and written) skills.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of AS400 and ability to use bar code labeling system. Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) preferred.

Reasoning Skills

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Communication Skills

Ability to use active listening and assertive communication when needed. Ability to give positive and negative feedback effectively. Treat co-workers with dignity and respect and in accordance with the Magna Employee’s Charter and Common Values.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, speak, listen and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.

Work Environment

The work environment for this job will be on the plant floor. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies. Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making. If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.

Worker Type

Regular / Permanent

Group

Magna Powertrain