Die Tooling Specialist IV - 2nd Shift

Howmet Aerospace•Fullerton, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking a Tooling Specialist IV - Progressive Die Technician for 2nd shift at our aerospace manufacturing facility in the Fullerton, CA location. Training for this role will occur on 1st shift for the first 1 - 2 months. Prepares, sets up and installs large multi-station progressive dyes into all types and sizes of punch presses to form blank or piece metal parts. Technician will be held to established production and quality standards. Incumbent will have control to make some adjustments to the process or machine after tasks are assigned.

Requirements

Minimum 4 years related experience in a repair and maintenance of progressive dies, or equivalent previous experience with a fastener manufacturing company.
Must have knowledge of tool room equipment including mills, lathes and grinders
Ability to trouble-shoot and solve problems of the most advanced level.
Must possess a working knowledge of ferrous and non-ferrous metals and their alloys.
Ability to read and understand manufacturers drawings, catalogs, and other written or verbal instructions.
Ability to read and interpret product prints.
Ability to use inspection gages and instruments
Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Nice To Haves

5 - 7 years’ experience in machinery operations and progressive dies
High school diploma or GED

Responsibilities

Independently makes complete set up of multi-station progressive dye s and sets up all types of punch presses.
Sets up compound and progressive dyes for all types of punch presses when required.
Works from prints, charts, sketches or oral instruction to rework or convert existing dyes or stations to produce new parts.
Tests to assure proper die clearance and uses templates to positions several dyes at once.
Sets and checks clearances between punches and dyes and sets punch and anvil lengths to chart.
Read prints and uses precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers and depth micrometers to check parts for conformance to specifications.
After setup checks parts against drawings to verify compliance for first article.
Performs S.P.C. charting as required.
Polishes dies, anvils, punches and other details to produce a high quality part.
Troubleshoots strip from progressive dye and performs all repairs to eliminate progressive dye problems.
Follows all safety procedures including but no limited Lock/Tag/Verify.
Will train Dye Setters and Operators as necessary or required.
Parts to be lifted and/or transported may weigh up to 30 lbs.
Keeps work area clean (and equipment), safe and in an orderly fashion on a daily basis.
Performs other tasks of equal or lesser skill as required.