Tool And Die Maker - Setup Technician - 2nd Shift

STOW Group•Adairsville, GA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Tool and die makers are skilled crafters working in a manufacturing industry. Our Tool and die makers work in production and also run a line. You’re skilled craftspeople who typically learn their trade through a combination of academic coursework and with substantial period of on-the-job training that is functionally an apprenticeship. You make jigs, fixtures, dies, gauges, machine tools and other tools used in manufacturing processes. This role involves setting up and installing dies in press machines, adjusting and aligning dies and roll forming cassettes for optimal operation and product quality, conducting trial runs, and inspecting tooling and equipment. You will also collaborate with production teams to troubleshoot issues, ensure safety standards are met, and maintain accurate records. Additionally, you will be responsible for running the production line.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Completion of a Tool and Die Maker apprenticeship program or equivalent experience as a maintenance technician, welding technician, tool technician, die maintenance technician
Proficiency in reading blueprints and schematics
Experience using various machines and tools, including lathes, grinders, and milling machines
Ability to lift and move heavy objects
Proven experience as a Die Setter or similar role in a manufacturing environment
Familiarity with stamping presses or other die-based/ production systems
Ability to read, understand and complete setup sheets
Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
Experience with overhead crane
Understanding of print reading and geometric tolerances and how they relate to the finished part
Ability to prepare and run complex bend setups and roll forming operations

Responsibilities

Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, and specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of tools and dies
Design and build tools and jigs using various machines and tools
Inspect finished tools and dies for accuracy and quality
Repair and maintain existing tools and dies
Collaborate with production teams to troubleshoot and resolve tool/die and roll forming issues
Ensure that all tools and dies meet safety standards
Maintain accurate records of tool and die maintenance and repairs
Set up and install dies in press machines according to specifications
Set coils on mandrel and feed up and in to die
Adjust and align dies and roll forming cassettes for optimal operation and product quality
Conduct trial runs after die setup to ensure proper functioning and output
Inspect tooling and equipment before and after use to detect defects or wear
Recommend minor repairs and maintenance on dies and related machinery
Work closely with machine operators, maintenance staff, and quality control to support production goals
Troubleshoot die and press problems to minimize downtime
Operate overhead crane
Running the production line