What are the responsibilities and job description for the Die Set Technician / Stamping Press Operator - 1st Shift position at Findlay Products Corporation?
First Shift
Maintains the responsibilities and essential functions of a Die Set Technician.
Will have complete knowledge of die setting, press parameters, and the ability to start the press from a complete shutdown condition.
Initiates press production runs to a continuous mode.
Performs quality inspection checks, First Off/Last Off inspections and all “Inspection Strategy” procedures.
Transports dies, performs die sets up and changes dies in transfer press according to the production schedule.
Performs all rail setups, and make sure they are hooked up correctly and working properly.
Installs, positions, and aligns dies on the bolster.
Trains part packers on how to perform their job properly.
Must be able to maximize each job/die when it is in the press.
Initiate, recommend, or provide solutions through documented Team discussions. Improvement events will be used to optimize utilization of the transfer presses.
Must document all issues with a die and/or press in detail, and communicate those issues to the Press Improvement Teams.
Works intimately with the Press Improvement Team, Tool & Die and Maintenance to optimize press utilization, changeover time, press repairs and die repairs.
Required to make gripper adjustments, end stop adjustments and adjust coil feed parameters to minimize press downtime.
Performs small maintenance repairs, as needed.
Strictly adheres to all safety regulations, according to company policy.
Establish and maintain excellent housekeeping habits.
Performs other essential functions as assigned.
Experience
Preferred- Must be mechanically inclined & initiative to drive improvement to meet established performance goals.
Education
Preferred- High School / GED or better
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred- Crane
Skills
Preferred- Crane
Behaviors
Preferred- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Motivations
Preferred- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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