Precision Die Setter – Stamping & Tooling Expert

Hyundai Ideal Electric Co.; Mansfield (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Ideal Electric in Mansfield, OH is seeking a Die Setter to support production goals by safely installing, aligning, and securing stamping dies and tooling on production presses. The role reports to the Production Supervisor and requires strong measurement skills and knowledge of press operations.

The ideal candidate will have 2–3 years of die setting experience, the ability to read blueprints, and proficiency with calipers, micrometers, and gauges. Forklift/overhead crane experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or certified equivalent.
• 2–3 years of experience as a Die Setter or in press setup in heavy manufacturing.
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical presses, feed systems, and stamping die configurations.
• Reading blueprints, job orders, and technical engineering data.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Ability to work independently and communicate with press operators and maintenance teams.
• Experience operating forklift trucks and overhead cranes is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, align, and secure stamping dies, fixtures, and tooling onto production presses.
• Load and position coils of sheet metal into feeding mechanisms.
• Adjust machine settings to control press speed, material feed rates, and stroke length to meet specs.
• Conduct test runs and first-piece inspections; ensure proper setup and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot minor on-line tooling issues and adjust during production.
• Inspect finished parts using micrometers, calipers, and gauges for QA.
• Assist operators with setup changes, troubleshooting, and parameters.
• Perform routine maintenance on presses and safely transport dies to storage.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area.

Skills

Die setter experience

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools

Forklift/overhead crane

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Forklift operation

Job description

Ideal Electric in Mansfield, OH is seeking a Die Setter to support production goals by safely installing, aligning, and securing stamping dies and tooling on production presses. The role reports to the Production Supervisor and requires strong measurement skills and knowledge of press operations.

The ideal candidate will have 2–3 years of die setting experience, the ability to read blueprints, and proficiency with calipers, micrometers, and gauges. Forklift/overhead crane experience is preferred.