Die Setter — Employee-Owned, 12-Hour Night Shifts

Challenge Manufacturing; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

Job summary

Challenge Manufacturing seeks a Die Setter for progressive, secondary and transfer presses at Plant 4 in Holland, MI. You will set up dies, load tools, and ensure stamped parts meet quality specs, while following JES sheets and the Quality Policy.

The role requires exposure to 200–2500 ton presses, reading work instructions, and adherence to safety, other procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives. Shifts include Monday–Wednesday nights and Thursday nights.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with metal stamping and die setting preferred.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and JES sheets.

Responsibilities

• Set up and change dies on progressive, secondary and transfer presses.
• Operate presses safely and efficiently to meet quality standards.
• Identify and document non-conformities; participate in corrective actions.
• Maintain housekeeping and safety in work area and shared spaces.
• Assist with setup, load dies/tools, and inspection of stamped parts.
• Follow quality policy and work instructions; support continuous improvement.

Skills

Die setting

Press operating

Quality awareness

Reading JES sheets

Lock out tag out

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Gauges

Job description

Challenge Manufacturing seeks a Die Setter for progressive, secondary and transfer presses at Plant 4 in Holland, MI. You will set up dies, load tools, and ensure stamped parts meet quality specs, while following JES sheets and the Quality Policy.

The role requires exposure to 200–2500 ton presses, reading work instructions, and adherence to safety, other procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives. Shifts include Monday–Wednesday nights and Thursday nights.