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Die Runner-3rd shift

WKW Extrusion - Erbsloeh Aluminum Solutions
Portage, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 9/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/1/2026

Job Overview:

  • Assist in die polishing and support production by supplying dies to extrusion presses.
  • Receives direction from the Die Shop Supervisor and Die Correctors.
  • Safely maintain caustic and die storage with all dies stored in proper locations.
  • Document die polishing and provide good feedback to Die Correctors. Job

Duties/Responsibilities - (Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following):

  • Pull and transport dies.
  • Assemble and break down dies as needed.
  • Assist in cleaning and polishing dies. Return dies to proper storage locations.
  • Safely maintain and change caustic tanks as needed. Maintain a clean work area.
  • Run dies through shot-blast after caustic.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements/Qualifications - (Requirements may be modified or amended for reasonable accommodations):

  • Learn how to correctly polish Aluminum extrusion dies with a file.
  • Ability to stand up 8 hours, including up to 2 hours at a time.
  • Job requires frequent bending, stooping, twisting, reaching and repetitive motion of hands.
  • Occasionally lift up to 100 lbs/frequently lifts 15 – 40 lbs.
  • Must be able to read gages, calipers and ruler measurements.
  • Job requires basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication & division), reading and writing English.
  • Must be able to work overtime.
  • Familiar with Quality Management System (QMS) for IATF requirements and Environmental Management System (EMS) for ISO 14001 (2015) Employee

Join our team as a Die Runner if you thrive in a dynamic manufacturing environment where precision meets innovation. Your expertise will directly impact the quality of our products while supporting continuous improvement initiatives. We value energetic professionals committed to craftsmanship excellence!

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19

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