Die Setter

USF; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

401k with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Job Promotional Opportunities

Job summary

A leading plastics manufacturing company located in Sterling Heights is seeking an experienced Die Setter. This role involves setting up machines and die functions, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring that all processes adhere to safety standards. Qualified candidates will have experience in machine setups and a strong understanding of die-related functions. Attractive compensation and benefits are offered, including medical and 401k with company match. Interested applicants should apply promptly as only selected candidates will be contacted.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform machine set-ups including all die-related functions.
• Experience with troubleshooting die issues and repairing as necessary.
• Physical ability to lift up to 35 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform all mold changes according to production schedules.
• Set up die functions including hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Repair fluid or air leaks relevant to the die and maintain the die storage area.

Skills

Machine setup

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Job description

Diversity is an integral part of our corporate culture and success at USF. We welcome all individuals.

US Farathane is seeking an experienced Die Setter. The Die Setter is directly responsible for the machine set‑ups including primary and secondary equipment both scheduled and unscheduled.

US Farathane has been a leading source of plastics manufacturing, supplying the automotive industry for over 40 years. Through highly technical research and development, coupled with a diverse and knowledgeable Management Team and dedicated Associates, US Farathane has continued to grow each year. We provide customers with a wide range of full‑service support from black‑box design concepts to highly engineered composites, TPE's and TPO's as well as specialized extrusion and compression technologies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all mold changes done per the production schedule and all emergency mold changes.
• Responsible for the proper set‑up of all die related functions such as watering of the die, knockout, hot runner set‑up, hydraulics, pneumatics etc.
• Responsible for repairing any fluid or air leaks relating to the die.
• Responsible for any and all die insert changes.
• Responsible for the pulling and resetting of all die halves specifically for the purpose of die repair.
• Responsible for the loading and unloading of all die carrying trucks.
• Responsible for maintaining the orderly appearance of all die storage.
• Responsible for the ordering of, and the orderly appearance of, all die setting supplies including the removal of all said supplies from the molding machine.
• Responsible for the initial shooting of all die sets where applicable.
• Responsible to ensure all paperwork is completed, submitted and filed in a timely manner.
• Responsible to follow all OSHA and safety rules and regulations.
• Responsible to follow all USF policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Frequent standing or walking for long periods of time.
• Frequent lifting or lowering objects up to 35 lbs.
• Frequent reaching above/below shoulder and forward.
• Occasional bending, stooping, and crouching.

Working Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• The employee must not wear any loose‑fitting clothing that may get in the way of the moving machinery.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme heat and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Employee may be required to work outside for short periods of time.

US Farathane offers an impressive compensation and benefits package including:

• Medical
• Vision
• 401k with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Job Promotional Opportunities and much more!

Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of US Farathane.

The specific statements above are not intended to be all‑inclusive.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.