Die Setter

Die Setter - North Vernon, Indiana
Contract-to-direct position (approximately six-months contract to hire)
1st, 2nd & 3rd Shifts available
Pay Rate: $33.00/hr. for 1st Shift ($1.00/hr. for 2nd shift differential, $0.75/hr. for 3rd shift differential)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Die Setter:
Our commitment to safety is unwavering. Before operating the press, it's crucial to ensure all safety mechanisms are in place and properly functioning. Adhering to all safety standards and guidelines as outlined in the corporate handbook is not a requirement, but a reflection of our dedication to your well-being. Installing tooling: This involves assembling, setting up, and troubleshooting tooling, such as die cavities, upper and lower punches, and any necessary core rods, into the press.

• Must be familiar with a Cincinnati 550-ton press
• Perform PMs as required
• Keeps tools and supplies organized according to shop-floor criteria. Operating the press.
• Adjusting the press involves calibrating various settings, such as pressure, compaction speed, and dwell time, to achieve the desired density and dimensions of the compacted part
• As a press operator, your role is inspecting parts is crucial. You'll be responsible for ensuring the compacted parts' dimensions, weights, and density meet specifications. Your constant review of parts processed after the delube oven to make necessary adjustments is a key part of our quality control process. If any problems arise during the compaction process or delube oven, such as defects or malfunctions, troubleshoot and implement solutions; if the problem continues, stop production for nonconforming or suspect material, and any issues encountered, along with adjustments made, are maintained
• Fill out survey sheets as required for the tooling used
• Assist in sorting and rework of discrepant preforms/forgings as required. Performed daily 5S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) as required
• Perform tap & go on shift change
• Participate in maintenance activities as required
• Active participation in improvement suggestions or projects

Required Experience of the Die Setter:

• Must be shift flexible, including weekends as required
• Powder metal experience is MANDATORY for this role
• Analytical skills
• Powder metal compacting (5 years preferred)
• Manufacturing experience in Metal Forging is preferred
• Hands-on experience with mechanical/hydraulic presses (Cincinnati 500) for powdered metal compacting
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment
• Knowledge of forging presses, die setup, material flow, and robot knowledge
• Familiarity with the metallurgical properties of ferrous/non-ferrous powders and forgings
• Blueprint reading and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerances)
• Quality Inspection tools: micrometers, hardness testers, CMM
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED

A successful candidate will be subject to a background check and must receive satisfactory results of the same, as a condition of joining the team.

By applying for this role, you confirm that all information submitted is accurate and complete. You further acknowledge that providing false or fraudulent information during the application process is cause for denial of an offer, revocation of any existing offer, or other adverse action, up to and including termination after the start of your commencement of work.

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