Stamping Press Set- up Tech Die Setter

Topy America, Inc.; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Topy America, Inc. in Frankfort, KY is seeking a skilled Die Setter to maintain dies for stamping presses and to adjust and prepare dies for production runs. You will troubleshoot dies and jig tools, ensure accurate tool changes, and maintain records to meet inspection standards.

Daily duties include machining parts with lathes and mills, reading drawings, and using calipers and micrometers. Expect physical work, lifting up to 50 lbs, and exposure to typical plant conditions.

Qualifications

• Experience with setup and maintenance of dies for stamping operations.
• Ability to read structure and function drawings of dies and equipment.
• Proficiency with handheld measuring tools (calipers, micrometers).
• Knowledge of hydraulic and air compressor equipment.
• Strong problem solving and adherence to safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Set up and adjust dies and presses accurately and securely.
• Prepare dies and jig tools for next production run and coordinate changes.
• Inspect and maintain dies, completing inspection sheets and checking wear.
• Machining parts for dies, jig tools, and equipment using lathes, mills, and related tools.
• Maintain maintenance records per inspection standards and analyze work quality.
• Operate forklifts, hoists, and lifting equipment during changes and maintenance.

Skills

Problem solving

Reading drawings

Math skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Tools

Gas welding

Lathe operation

Milling

Drilling

Calipers

Micrometers

Hydraulic equipment

Air compressors

Job description

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Full Time Frankfort, KY, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1091

Salary Range: $23.93 To $28.51 Hourly

JOB SUMMARY

Under routine supervision of the Die Set Supervisor, maintain dies for stamping press, change and adjust dies as well as prepare, maintain, and troubleshoot die and jig tools.

MAJOR FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up and adjust dies and presses accurately and securely.
• Prepare dies and jig tools needed for the next production run in accordance with the production schedule and coordinate die changes.
• Inspect and maintain dies and jig tools by preparing inspection standards, completing check sheets for inspection, and checking the accuracy and deterioration extent of dies and jig tools in conformity with maintenance standards.
• Manufacture and repair parts for dies, jig tools, and equipment by machining parts using lathes, milling machines, and other tools.
• Maintain records of die maintenance details according to Inspection Standards.
• Analyze and appraise maintenance work by confirming the accuracy of products and operating systems.
• Maintain inventory for consumables utilizing purchase requisitions.
• Operate forklifts, hoists and slinging equipment during die changing and maintenance activities.

The intent of this description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities preformed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics

• Thorough knowledge of company philosophy, policies, and procedures related to safety, environmental protection, and quality control.
• Excellent problem solving and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to read and understand structure and function drawings of dies and equipment.
• Ability to use gas welder, lathes, milling and drilling tools, as well as calipers and micrometers.
• Knowledge of hyrdraulic and air compressor equipment.
• Good verbal/written communication and math skills.
• Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to reach above and below shoulder height.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to perform all physical motions, i.e., twisting, bending, squatting, kneeling, crawling, pushing, pulling, and walking on uneven ground.

Summary Education and Experience Required

Experience with the setup and maintenance of dies to support metal stamping and forming operations, machine shop and welding experience.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Daily exposure to the extremes of temperature, noise, dust, and vibration of plant processing equipment, forklift traffic, and oily/wet production floors.