Machine Set- up Technician (Die Setter) 2nd and 3rd shift

Topy America, Inc.; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Topy America, Inc. is seeking a Die Maintenance Technician to support the 2nd and 3rd shifts in Frankfort, KY. You will set up, adjust, and change dies for stamping presses and prepare dies and jig tools for the next production run.

You will read structure and function drawings, operate lathes and milling machines, use calipers and micrometers, and maintain maintenance records. The role requires adherence to safety, environmental, and quality standards and the handling of hydraulic and air

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of safety, environmental protection, and quality control policies.
• Excellent problem solving and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to read and understand dies and equipment drawings.
• Ability to use gas welder, lathes, milling and drilling tools, as well as calipers and micrometers.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and air compressor equipment.
• Good verbal/written communication and math skills.
• Ability to lift and carry at least 50 lbs.
• Ability to reach above and below shoulder height.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to perform all physical motions and work on uneven ground.

Responsibilities

• Set up and adjust dies and presses accurately and securely.
• Prepare dies and jig tools for the next production run and coordinate die changes.
• Inspect and maintain dies and jig tools with inspection standards and check sheets.
• Machining parts for dies, jig tools, and equipment using lathes and milling machines.
• Maintain records of die maintenance details according to inspection standards.
• Analyze and appraise maintenance work for accuracy of products and systems.
• Maintain inventory for consumables via purchase requisitions.
• Operate forklifts, hoists and slinging equipment during die changes and maintenance.

Skills

Safety policies

Problem solving

Reading drawings

Machining basics

Verbal/written communication

Math skills

Tools

Gas welder

Lathe

Milling machines

Drilling tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Hydraulic equipment

Air compressor equipment

Forklift operation

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Under routine supervision of the Die Set Supervisor, maintain dies for stamping press, change and adjust dies as well as prepare, maintain, and troubleshoot die and jig tools. 2nd Shift: 4pm-12:30am M-F 3rd Shift: 2am-8:30am M-F Training will occur on 1st shift for 1-2 months.

Major Functions And Responsibilities

• Set up and adjust dies and presses accurately and securely.
• Prepare dies and jig tools needed for the next production run in accordance with the production schedule and coordinate die changes.
• Inspect and maintain dies and jig tools by preparing inspection standards, completing check sheets for inspection, and checking the accuracy and deterioration extent of dies and jig tools in conformity with maintenance standards.
• Manufacture and repair parts for dies, jig tools, and equipment by machining parts using lathes, milling machines, and other tools.
• Maintain records of die maintenance details according to Inspection Standards.
• Analyze and appraise maintenance work by confirming the accuracy of products and operating systems.
• Maintain inventory for consumables utilizing purchase requisitions.
• Operate forklifts, hoists and slinging equipment during die changing and maintenance activities.

Job Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics

• Thorough knowledge of company philosophy, policies, and procedures related to safety, environmental protection, and quality control.
• Excellent problem solving and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to read and understand structure and function drawings of dies and equipment.
• Ability to use gas welder, lathes, milling and drilling tools, as well as calipers and micrometers.
• Knowledge of hyrdraulic and air compressor equipment.
• Good verbal/written communication and math skills.
• Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to reach above and below shoulder height.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to perform all physical motions, i.e., twisting, bending, squatting, kneeling, crawling, pushing, pulling, and walking on uneven ground.

Summary Education And Experience Required

Experience with the setup and maintenance of dies to support metal stamping and forming operations, machine shop and welding experience.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Daily exposure to the extremes of temperature, noise, dust, and vibration of plant processing equipment, forklift traffic, and oily/wet production floors.