Die Setter - 3rd shift

Gestamp•Mason, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Die Setter is responsible for preparing dies and setting them on the bolster. This role involves cleaning dies in the press and after production runs, transporting dies to the tooling location for work, opening dies, and repairing grippers. The position requires entering all time into SAP, documenting work performed, and ensuring work orders are completed on time and with proper checks. The Die Setter must escalate any uncertainties to their lead or supervisor, continuously seek improvements to reduce costs, and be ready to work at the start of the shift, taking initiative for pass-downs and staying productive. They are responsible for downtime related to tooling they have worked on and must collaborate with the team leader to understand priorities, adapt to schedule changes, and ensure standard work is followed. This role also includes completing a die setter checklist, attending daily meetings, and participating in training for different areas and new improvements. Safety is paramount, requiring the assurance that all safety devices are in place and utilized, Lockout/Tagout procedures are followed, PPE is worn correctly, and near-misses, injuries, or accidents are reported immediately. The work area must be kept clean and orderly to prevent hazards. Adherence to quality policies and procedures, including acceptable work standards and customer specifications, is essential, as is participation in quality and environmental management systems. The Die Setter must observe and follow company policies and maintain proper standards of conduct.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
Computer proficiency
Demonstrate a sense of urgency when the schedule changes
Demonstrates respect to others with a positive and supportive attitude
Communication skills including written, verbal, and listening
Strong organizational skills, with follow up
Computer experience(Record work completed in SAP)
Ability to work overtime as required
Must be able to work different hours/shifts as manpower requirements or issues deem necessary
Learn how to work on precision handling equipment for the press lines
Clean dies inside and outside the press lines
Operate all cranes, hilo’s, die cart, and any other equipment for working on dies or die setting assets
Knowledge on setting dies on all assets that tooling is required to set

Nice To Haves

1-2 years’ experience working in a manufacturing plant
Experience setting dies
Experience running cranes and hilo
SAP is a plus

Responsibilities

Enter all time for the day into SAP (work order system). All work performed that day needs to be documented in SAP
When completing a work orders ensure all the proper checks have been completed
Finish work orders on time
Escalate any issues you’re unsure of to your lead or supervisor
Continuously work on improvements throughout the department to keep cost down as it relates to all areas of the plant
Be ready to work at start of shift, and take the initiative to receive a pass down from the prior shift. Stay busy until the shift is over
Responsible for downtime as it relates to tooling that you’ve worked on
Work with team leader throughout the day to understand priorities
Adapt to schedule changes and needs of the plant
Ensure standard work is followed
Complete die setter checklist
Attend daily meetings to discuss work load
Responsible to work with the leads and supervisor’s for training in different areas
Work with leads and supervisors on new improvements or new ideas
Attend learning opportunities to gain professional and technical knowledge
Assure all safety devices are properly in place and utilized, Lockout/Tagout procedures are adhered to, PPE is worn correctly at all times, and reporting of any near-misses, injuries, or accidents occurs immediately.
Keep work area clean and orderly to prevent safety hazards.
Assure adherence to quality policies and procedures including acceptable work standards, customer specifications and IPI requirements, to also include participation in the creation and support of systems, documentation and actions to ensure continued conformance to Quality (IATF) and Environmental (ISO) management systems.
Observe and follow company policies and maintain proper standards of conduct at all times.
All other duties needed to help drive to our Vision, fulfill our Mission, and abide by our Organization’s Values.