Die Chaser-Polisher (Afternoons & Midnights)

Intex•Livonia, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Die Chaser-Polisher is responsible for inspecting and polishing dies to ensure they are production-ready. This role involves assisting with die corrections, managing the nitrider process, and delivering dies to presses according to schedule. The position requires the ability to use hand tools, lift up to 75 pounds, and maintain all extrusion dies for maximum productivity. Additionally, the role involves cleaning dies after corrections, assembling and breaking down tooling, managing die storage, and ensuring a safe and clean work environment by adhering to safety protocols and wearing required safety equipment. The position also includes operating hand tools like hammers and chisels, cleaning the work area at the end of the shift, and performing any other assigned tasks. A knowledge of production operations and experience in a manufacturing environment are essential.

Requirements

Must have previous experience of die polishing and/or correction
Must be physically capable of lifting 75 pounds from the floor to a waist high platform
Must have working ability to use an assortment of hand tools
Must possess the working ability and/or willingness to work with caustic
Must be able to work well with others in a team environment
Must be flexible with scheduling based on business needs
Must possess good attitude
Must be reliable and maintain good attendance
Must be willing to work between plant locations (Garden City and/or Livonia)
Must be able to work shift
Must be able to follow directions and perform assignments given
Must be able to read and write in English fluently
Must be 18 years or older
Must have at least a high school diploma, GED. Certification or Associate Degree is a plus
Must have basic computer skills
Must pass stringent background check and substance screening, medical exam may be required
Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)
Afternoon Shift (Required)

Nice To Haves

Prior experience or knowledge of die/die shop is desired
Possess a valid Drivers License (preferred)
Knowledge of production operation and experience in manufacturing environment
Must possess knowledge of safety and productivity around the aluminum extrusion press is a plus
Die Shop: 1 year (Desired)

Responsibilities

Inspect and Polish dies so they are ready for production
Assist in die corrections
Load, start and monitor nitrider
Deliver the dies to presses according to schedule and bring back extruded dies for caustic/storage
Use an assortment of hand tools
Lift 75 pounds from the floor to a waist high platform
Responsible for maintenance of all extrusion dies to achieve maximum productivity
Polish dies after die correction is completed
Work with caustic
Run the dies through the caustic solution to clean excess aluminum out of the die
Assemble and break down tooling assemblies
Make sure the dies are clean and there are no remaining aluminum remnants left
Die storage- putting the dies away and retrieval- taking the dies out of storage
Ensure a safe and clean work environment
Wear safety equipment and follow safety protocol
Operating hand tool including Hammer and chisel
Clean work area end of shift
Perform any other assignments given