What are the responsibilities and job description for the Die Cutter position at Great Hire?
Job Description
The Die Maker's primary responsibilities include preparing the dies for press, monitoring the process during pre-make ready, and checking the final product for quality.
Key Objectives:
- Knight incoming dies, re-knight existing dies, and provide assistance to operators as needed.
Equipment Utilized:
- Easy Bender Turbo
- Iberica 105 Blanker
- Bobst NovaCut
- Collaborate with the CAD department to ensure timely scheduling.
- Pull files on Easy Bender Turbo.
- Knight new dies.
- Ruler up die according to stock and caliper specifications.
- Tap off sample and compare it with the CAD sample for structural integrity.
- Prepare all tooling for the die cutting equipment as per scheduled requirements.
- Nick and rubber steel rule dies in accordance with equipment guidelines.
- Prepare counter plates for press usage, adhering to job-specific requirements (matrix, phenolic, steel).
- Build and preset stripping components to make the press operational.
- Build and preset blanking components to prepare the press for use.
- Manage tooling storage and die logs.
- Evaluate tooling returned from previous jobs.
- Review notes on the job jacket and die log if necessary (re-knife/re-work).
- Mount emboss/deboss dies.
- Maintain an adequate inventory of die room supplies.
- Communicate with other departments regarding status updates.
- Participate in special projects, including repairs and jig construction.
- Suggest and implement improvements within the department and/or other departments.
- Ensure adherence to safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment. This includes reporting safety hazards when necessary.
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