Molding Die Setter: Tooling & Press Setup Expert

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.; Saint Marys (Elk County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch Corporation is seeking a Molding Die Setter to install tooling and adapters in molding presses, set timing and adjustments to meet process specifications, and ensure quality parts roll off the line. The role emphasizes safety, TPM, 5S, and adherence to customer requirements.

Responsibilities include performing quality checks, documenting results, collaborating across shifts, and participating in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize OEE and machine performance.

Qualifications

• Know what it takes to have a safe workplace.
• IATF-16949 Quality Systems Requirements.
• ISO-14001 Environmental Management Systems.
• Control Plans
• Lock-out Tag-out.
• Problem Solving.

Responsibilities

• Follows safe operating procedures.
• Maintain 5S standards.
• Performs TPM activities as required.
• Reviews and follows quality, process and operator instructions.
• Perform quality checks as required and accurately records using Plex or required method.
• Identifies, contains and generates Discrepant Material Report (DMR) for any non-conforming material and forwards to the MRB.
• Communicates with co-workers from the previous and following shifts to discuss problems and concerns.
• Ensures operation runs at required production rate. Notifies Team Leader or equivalent when this does not occur.
• Accurately reports production and scrap using Plex or required method.
• Actively participates in continuous improvement activities.
• Reviews press operation to assess if they are running properly.
• Telephones mix room to request mix material for specified press.
• Installs new setup following process instructions for different parts.
• Ensures safety checks are completed.
• Removes scrap and tailings from previous set up and dispose of in correct scrap container.
• Estimates run completion time.
• Takes part to quality control for testing.
• Removes, cleans and returns completed tools and adapters to tool crib.
• Demagnetizes tools to prevent powder from sticking to them.
• Adjusts presses during operation as needed.
• Change hoppers when required.
• Operates molding equipment as required, i.e. weekends/lunches/shortage of labor due to call-offs and excessive absenteeism.
• Completes other tasks within this job classification as assigned.
• Assist other associates as directed by the team leader and/or Supervisor.
• Assist leadership in monitoring and improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) by identifying inefficiencies, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, an ensuring optimal machine performance.
• Actively participate in mentoring and training lower classification die-setters to enhance team skill and performance.
• Maintain a positive, professional demeanor with accountability, teamwork, and a commitment to continuous improvement

Skills

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Dauch Corporation is seeking a Molding Die Setter to install tooling and adapters in molding presses, set timing and adjustments to meet process specifications, and ensure quality parts roll off the line. The role emphasizes safety, TPM, 5S, and adherence to customer requirements.

Responsibilities include performing quality checks, documenting results, collaborating across shifts, and participating in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize OEE and machine performance.