Progressive Die Press Setup Technician

Roller Die + Forming; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Roller Die + Forming in Louisville, KY, is seeking a skilled operator for stamping and forming machinery. You will set up, align, and calibrate equipment, monitor processes, and perform on-the-spot repairs to maintain smooth production flow.

You will read blueprints, measure parts, and ensure tolerances while working with production and quality teams. The role requires a strong mechanical mindset, detail-orientation, and flexibility for varied hours and overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification in machine operations is a plus.
• Machine shop training in mechanics, shop math, metal properties, and layout machining procedures (required).
• Proven background operating manufacturing equipment in a production environment with long-term, hands-on experience.
• Ability to determine part dimensions and tolerances and validate them at the machine.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting capability.
• Comfort reading and applying blueprints, technical documents, and schematics.
• Team oriented approach with flexibility to work varied hours and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up, align, and calibrate stamping and forming machinery to meet specification and throughput targets.
• Continuously monitor operations and fine-tune feeds, speeds, and tooling to hold tolerances and optimize performance.
• Perform routine maintenance, diagnose issues, and execute on-the-spot repairs to reduce downtime.
• Partner with production and quality to schedule changeovers and maintain smooth workflow.
• Record machine settings, part counts, and quality data accurately for traceability and control.
• Champion 5S and safety protocols to keep the cell clean, organized, and compliant.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Machine shop training in mechanics, shop math, metal properties, and layout machining procedures

Tools

Calipers

Milling

Roll forming

Punch press operation

Press brake operation

Stamping press operation

Job description

A day in your role — Louisville, KY

It’s the start of shift and you’re reviewing prints for the next run. You dial in a progressive die on the stamping press, set key parameters, and verify first-piece quality with precision hand metrology. As the line ramps up, you listen for subtle changes, make minute adjustments, and keep production flowing safely and efficiently.

What you’ll do

• Set up, align, and calibrate stamping and forming machinery to meet specification and throughput targets.
• Continuously monitor operations and fine-tune feeds, speeds, and tooling to hold tolerances and optimize performance.
• Perform routine maintenance, diagnose issues, and execute on-the-spot repairs to reduce downtime.
• Partner with production and quality to schedule changeovers and maintain smooth workflow.
• Record machine settings, part counts, and quality data accurately for traceability and control.
• Champion 5S and safety protocols to keep the cell clean, organized, and compliant.

What you bring

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification in machine operations is a plus.
• Machine shop training in mechanics, shop math, metal properties, and layout machining procedures (required).
• Proven background operating manufacturing equipment in a production environment with long-term, hands-on experience.
• Ability to determine part dimensions and tolerances and validate them at the machine.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting capability.
• Comfort reading and applying blueprints, technical documents, and schematics.
• Sharp attention to detail, quality-first mindset, and clear communication skills.
• Team-oriented approach with flexibility to work varied hours and overtime as needed.

Core proficiencies

• Equipment troubleshooting
• Mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Metal stamping & forming (progressive die)
• Precision measurement & hand metrology
• Machine setups for production runs
• Blueprint reading
• Calipers
• Milling
• Roll mill
• Roll forming

Equipment you’ll run

• Punch press
• Press brake
• Stamping press
• Roll forming machines (Yoder, Tishken)

Ready to elevate your setup game and keep world-class production on track? Join our innovative manufacturing team in Louisville, KY.