Tool And Die Maker - Setup Technician 2nd Shift

STOW Group•Adairsville, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Movu US (stow) is a global leader in high-density, high-precision racking systems for warehouses, utilizing automated pallet shuttles to maximize storage, improve accuracy, and minimize costs. With 10 manufacturing facilities, 19 commercial offices, and approximately 2000 employees worldwide, stow serves customers in 40 countries. The company established its first U.S. Office in Romeoville, IL in early 2021, growing to over 70 employees, and is opening its first manufacturing plant in the greater Atlanta area. This role is for a skilled Tool and Die Maker - Setup Technician who will work in a manufacturing environment, contributing to production and running a line. The position requires craftsmanship typically acquired through academic coursework combined with substantial on-the-job training, often in the form of an apprenticeship.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Completion of a Tool and Die Maker apprenticeship program or equivalent experience e. 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 and setup sheets
Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
Experience 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

Make jigs, fixtures, dies, gauges, machine tools, and other tools used in manufacturing processes
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
Run the production line