Precision Die Setter — Auto Stamping & Press Setup

Flex--n--gate; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Flex--n--gate in Battle Creek, MI seeks a Die Setter to install, align, and secure dies on production equipment. You will set up pressroom equipment including mechanical presses, dies, feeders and uncoilers to meet schedules and quality standards.

You’ll work with operators and maintenance to minimize downtime, ensure safety, and optimize equipment performance while maintaining strict housekeeping and following all procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of die setter or similar manufacturing experience.
• Experience with stamping presses or other production equipment.
• Experience in mechanical press setup and die setting.
• Knowledge of press operation from feeder to first off.
• Ability to safely operate all equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install dies, ensuring bolster and die are clean and aligned.
• Calculate and adjust press shut height, cushion pin length, take readings.
• Load coils, adjust feeder, thread coil into feeder head and align with die.
• Set up knock-outs, catchers, ejectors and scrap removal systems.
• Make necessary die adjustments.
• Operate lift trucks and overhead crane; use hand tools and measuring instruments.
• Pre-stage dies and equipment for next setup.
• Maintain good housekeeping at all times.
• Follow all company procedures for the position.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Die setting

Mechanical aptitude

Safety consciousness

Quality focus

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Stamping presses

Cranes & hoists

Measuring instruments

Job description

Flex--n--gate in Battle Creek, MI seeks a Die Setter to install, align, and secure dies on production equipment. You will set up pressroom equipment including mechanical presses, dies, feeders and uncoilers to meet schedules and quality standards.

You’ll work with operators and maintenance to minimize downtime, ensure safety, and optimize equipment performance while maintaining strict housekeeping and following all procedures.