Senior Die Setter – Metal Stamping & Training

A-L-Hansen-Mfg-Co; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A.L. Hansen Mfg. Co. is seeking an experienced Die Setter to set and operate automatic punch press dies in a metal stamping environment. The role focuses on keeping presses running at capacity and complying with safety procedures.

You will read blueprints, set dies, train operators, and ensure quality while handling coils and related tooling. Hours are Monday–Friday, with a comprehensive benefits package and long-standing company history.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints, work orders, and procedures.
• Must be able to obtain forklift license.
• Use and operate die and material handling equipment.
• Knowledge of Punch Press machines, 35 to 300 ton, coil cradles, straighteners, and feeders.
• Minimum of five years experience setting progressive dies with die protection and programmable limit switches.
• Tools required: pen, magnet, notebook, ruler, micrometer, calipers, protractor, square mirror, flashlight, wrenches, socket set, rolling cart.
• Knowledge of lockout/tag out procedures.
• Knowledge of working with steel, aluminum, etc.
• Experience with inspection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set dies, feeders, straighteners, reels and cradles.
• Inspect part quality using measuring tools and blueprints.
• Start coils for operations.
• Move dies with paperwork to staging areas.
• Instruct and train operators and material handlers in safe operations.
• Safely transfer materials and scrap with proper paperwork.
• Store materials, containers and scrap properly.
• Monitor feeder, cradle and die operation for malfunctions.
• Maintain clean, safe working area.
• Report problems to supervisor.
• Lift and maneuver up to 50 lbs safely.
• Know and use equipment to manufacturer specs.
• Wear PPE such as ear and eye protection.
• Follow OSHA and company safety standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Forklift license

Operate die equipment

Punch press knowledge

Die setting experience

Lockout/Tagout procedures

Inspection procedures

Tools

Pen

Pen magnet

Notebook

Six inch rule

Micrometer

Calipers

Protractor

Square inspection mirror

Flashlight

Combination wrenches

Open/box end wrenches

Ratchett and socket set

Rolling tool cart

Job description

A.L. Hansen Mfg. Co. is seeking an experienced Die Setter to set and operate automatic punch press dies in a metal stamping environment. The role focuses on keeping presses running at capacity and complying with safety procedures.

You will read blueprints, set dies, train operators, and ensure quality while handling coils and related tooling. Hours are Monday–Friday, with a comprehensive benefits package and long-standing company history.