Die Corrector - Indianapolis, IN - 1st Shift (Mon.-Fri. 7am-3pm)

Alexandria Industries•Indianapolis, IN

5d•$22 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Ensure that safety is always the number one priority at Alexandria Industries; promote and support a safe work environment and safety oriented culture by following all safety programs and guidelines Research and/or analyze trends, temperature data, etc. from the extrusion improvement technician prior to making a correction on a die stack Prepare and correct dies as needed for the extrusion process; knowing types of bolsters, backers, feeder plates, etc. Learn and develop a strong understanding of the importance of temperature as it relates to the extrusion process and tooling Provide internal customer service to all areas of the facility for extrusion related questions Collaboratively make decisions with Die Shop Lead to determine if dies should be returned to die vendors for correction Work with other departments in understanding and correcting die problems that may arise Work with Die Shop Lead on the design and correction of dies at the time of order Process necessary paperwork required for completing manufacturing orders Keep work area clean and orderly using 5S (standardize, sustain, sort, set in order and shine) Continuously cross-train within the Die Shop to grow and develop skills Conduct all processes and procedures in accordance with department key measures Ensure all quality practices are being followed accurately and efficiently Read and analyze customer blueprint specifications to understand product requirements Use necessary measurement equipment to ensure that parts extruded meet customer specifications; maintain proper and accurate test results records Assist in data collection of the extrusion process to improve processes and procedures Properly maintain and store dies and tooling based on department guidelines

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent degree
Strong computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Ability to recognize safety concerns
Ability to utilize the proper inspection equipment per designated area
A highly motivated self-starter
Ability to read die drawings and inspect parts and surface finish according to customer specifications
Ability to effectively work in a team environment
Ability to take part in additional training or education as needed
Ability to perform and assist with preventive maintenance
Strong communication skills, problem solver, multi-tasker
Ability to properly identify materials
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent blueprint reading skills with a good understanding of geometric dimension and tolerance
Ability to effectively work under loose supervision
Ability to operate hand tools and various machines within the facility

Nice To Haves

Associates degree in Machine Tool Technology or related program preferred
1+ years of blueprint reading and die correction experience preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure that safety is always the number one priority
Research and/or analyze trends, temperature data, etc.
Prepare and correct dies as needed for the extrusion process
Learn and develop a strong understanding of the importance of temperature
Provide internal customer service to all areas of the facility
Collaboratively make decisions with Die Shop Lead
Work with other departments in understanding and correcting die problems
Work with Die Shop Lead on the design and correction of dies
Process necessary paperwork required for completing manufacturing orders
Keep work area clean and orderly using 5S
Continuously cross-train within the Die Shop to grow and develop skills
Conduct all processes and procedures in accordance with department key measures
Ensure all quality practices are being followed accurately and efficiently
Read and analyze customer blueprint specifications to understand product requirements
Use necessary measurement equipment to ensure that parts extruded meet customer specifications
Assist in data collection of the extrusion process to improve processes and procedures
Properly maintain and store dies and tooling based on department guidelines