Tool And Die Maker - Setup Technician
About The Position
Tool and die makers are skilled crafters working in a manufacturing industry. Our Tool and die makers work also in de production and 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 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 You're also responsible for running the production line
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of a Tool and Die Maker apprenticeship program or equivalent experience
- 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
- 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
Benefits
- PTO, sick leave, 11 US paid holidays
- Medical (currently BlueCross BlueShield), Dental and Vision Insurance, including Family coverage, all currently 90% Company paid
- Company paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- 401K with employer match, currently 4%
- Partial Tuition Reimbursement after 12 months
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
