Evening Die Setter: Precision, Safety & Setup Expert

The Wittern Group; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wittern Group is seeking a Die Setter for the second shift (4pm-12:30am) to accurately set dies into power presses and ensure maximum efficiency, quality, and safety. The role involves learning and performing additional tasks as assigned by a supervisor and maintaining a high level of attention to detail.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, setting up dies on various presses, training operators in safe methods, and reporting any quality or process issues to supervision.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints to set dies accurately.
• Follow written or verbal instructions with minimal supervision.
• Operate and set up dies on press breaks and other presses in the department.

Responsibilities

• Set up dies on 250, 232, 211, Amada and Staker presses.
• Read scales, micrometers and calipers to verify tolerances.
• Instruct operators in safe and proper methods of operation.
• Ensure work is done safely and meets quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and properly care for equipment.

Skills

Adequate communication skills

Read/write instructions

Read blueprints and measurements

Education

High school diploma or GED

3 years die setter experience

1 year press operator/die setter

Job description

The Wittern Group is seeking a Die Setter for the second shift (4pm-12:30am) to accurately set dies into power presses and ensure maximum efficiency, quality, and safety. The role involves learning and performing additional tasks as assigned by a supervisor and maintaining a high level of attention to detail.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, setting up dies on various presses, training operators in safe methods, and reporting any quality or process issues to supervision.