Die Setter

Pennex Aluminum Company • Wellsville, PA

4d • $19 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Consider joining the Pennex family as a Die Setter in our Wellsville, PA location. The Die Setter is an entry level position that prepares and sets up tooling from the extrusion schedule to ensure maximum efficiency and productivity. The Die Setter is responsible for tooling going through the caustic room. Die Setters may need to adapt to changing press schedules.
Must be able to work either shift:
7pm to 7am with rotating days and weekends.
7am to 7pm with rotating days and weekends.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to read and interpret simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence
• Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s. Ability to perform these operations using units of American weight measurement, volume and distance
• Ability to apply understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
• Must be able to pass a preemployment physical and drug screen
• Must be authorized to work in the US, sponsorships are not available
• Must have regular attendance

Nice To Haves

• Additional technical or vocational training in machining, machine operation, or related fields is preferred
• Previous experience in a similar manufacturing environment is preferred
• Forklift Operator’s license and have prior forklift experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Ensures enough dies are in the die ovens at each press based upon the production schedule.
• Transfers dies to and from inventory system.
• Recycles failed dies quickly.
• Places dies in caustic solution to clean them of aluminum residue.
• Assists with die flow movement for staging and preparation.
• Utilizes a crane system for loading and unloading of caustic tanks.
• Operates a caustic system when needed.
• Disassembles dies and rinse.
• Operates automatic media blasting machine.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with matching contribution
• Generous allotment of paid vacation and paid holidays
• Competitive wages plus performance-based bonus opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunity for career growth and advancement
• Daily pay available
• Employee discount program with hundreds of partner brands
• Up to $5000 tuition reimbursement
• Wellness incentive program
• Regular employee celebrations and events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED