Progressive Die Press Setup Technician

100Hires, Inc.; Wood Dale (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

100Hires, Inc. in Wood Dale, IL seeks a Progressive Die Press Setup Technician to prepare tooling, stage materials, verify thickness, and set feeds. You will run the first piece, compare with prints using gages, micrometers, and calipers, and fine‑tune as needed.

You will assist operators, troubleshoot tooling, maintain a clean work area, and perform routine maintenance while following safety policies and contributing to quality improvements.

Qualifications

• Blueprint reading proficiency and basic shop math.
• Technical knowledge of assigned punch press machinery.
• OSHA-required training: Lock-out/Tag-out, Hazard Communication, PPE, Emergency Evacuation.
• Certified Forklift Driver; operating knowledge of hoist and crane equipment.
• Ability to speak, read, and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Set a variety of progressive tools into punch presses; install fixtures and align tooling.
• Stage materials, lubricants, packaging, and other process components.
• Transport tools to machines via cart, tray, or forklift.
• Configure equipment for accurate material feeds; run and validate first piece.
• Operate the press to produce parts; inspect for burrs and defects; label correctly.
• Adjust machine settings to maintain quality and throughput; maintain safety controls.
• Perform routine maintenance and keep the area clean and organized.
• Train and assist operators on complex jobs; troubleshoot day-to-day issues.
• Comply with safety and attendance policies; participate in process improvements.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Shop math

Teamwork

Attention to detail

English communication

Tools

Forklift

Hoist

Crane

Gages

Micrometers

Calipers

Job description

Progressive Die Press Setup TechnicianLocation: Wood Dale, ILReports to: Production ManagerA day in this roleYou arrive, review the work instructions, and stage everything needed—material, lubricants, packaging. Using a cart, tray, or a forklift, you bring the correct progressive tooling to the punch press, identify the proper material thickness and gauge, and set the tooling precisely. You dial in accurate feeds, run the first-off, and confirm it matches the print using gages, micrometers, and calipers. If anything is off, you fine-tune settings and verify hydraulic and mechanical safety controls. As production runs, you assist operators on difficult jobs or unusual instructions, troubleshoot tooling and die protection issues, and jump in to run the machine as needed. You keep the area organized, complete paperwork accurately, and communicate any issues to your supervisor—always following company safety and attendance policies while contributing to process and quality improvements.Core responsibilitiesSet a variety of progressive tools into punch presses; install fixtures and align tooling.Stage materials, lubricants, packaging, and other process components.Identify and verify proper material thickness and gauge.Transport tools to machines via cart, tray, or forklift.Configure equipment for accurate material feeds; run and validate first piece.Operate the press to produce parts as required; package and label correctly.Visually inspect output for burrs, scrapes, rust, and other defects.Measure parts against prints using gages, micrometers, calipers, etc.Adjust machine settings as needed to maintain quality and throughput.Check and adjust hydraulic and mechanical safety controls.Perform routine maintenance on assigned machinery and equipment.Maintain a clean, organized work area and complete all paperwork on time.Train and assist operators on complex jobs or unusual instructions; reset work when needed.Troubleshoot tools and die protection; collaborate to resolve day-to-day issues.Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and attendance.Participate in activities to increase skill level, improve processes, and enhance product quality.Perform other duties as assigned to meet company needs.QualificationsAbility to learn to speak, read, and communicate in English.Blueprint reading proficiency and basic shop math.Technical knowledge of assigned punch press machinery.Ability to distinguish raw materials (e.g., stainless steel, cold rolled steel).Strong teamwork, communication, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail.OSHA-required training: Lock-out/Tag-out, Hazard Communication, PPE, Emergency Evacuation.Certified Forklift Driver; operating knowledge of hoist and crane equipment.Physical demands and environment20/20 vision required with or without correction.Use of hands and good manual dexterity 100% of the workday.Ability to stand or walk for the full shift with frequent twisting, bending, and leaning.Primarily an industrial setting with occasional exposure to loud noise, dust, solvents, coolants, and oils.ClassificationFLSANon-Exempt