Die Setter

Die Setter – 2ndShift – Auburn Hills, MI

SUMMARY

Die Setters are responsible for all areas of the die set – clamping, watering, cleaning area,

excessive grease from tie bars, and set up cycle per cycle sheet.

Essential Functions

• Include the following. Must be able to do full rotation. Other duties may be assigned

• Change molds in presses for production or sample requirements in a safe, neat, efficient

manner (including proper PPE when required)

• Must be able to change 6 molds part to part within 8-hour shift

• Prior to shutting a job down for mold change: When Die Setters approach the mold

change, they are to survey the area for any oil leaks, clean the area if need be and they

are to write up a work order for repair (if needed) before they begin the mold change

• Prior to pulling a mold, must be assured that the sled is moved back to avoid damage to

the tip

• Must not use the injection unit to push mold location ring from the plate

• Inspect all waterlines prior to use

• Replace any damage

• Locate mold and put on as many fittings and hoses as can be installed without

interfering with set up

• For Safety reasons always tighten bolts with proper wrench, never hand tighten

• Using 6-point impact when required when noted torque to proper setting

• Check the cycle sheet for any special instructions or auxiliary equipment or supplies

which may be required. Pick up parts around press

• Sweep entire area around press to avoid accidental slipping while changing the mold

• Set up work cell with secondaries per layout in book

• Clean and lube mold in press after it is set up

• At tip change must examine the nozzle base with a mirror and flashlight to assure it is

clean and free of damage or plastic

• Finger thread the tip fully into base, if unable, must hand tap to clean out

• When clean apply anti-seize to threads only and properly tighten

• Box under press as required

• Transfer mold taken out of the press to the designated area for storage or repair.

• Clean safety glass on the press

• Die Setters will clean all used nozzle tips with the wire wheel and will visually inspect for

surface fractures

• When tightening anything with pressure to be applied to a wrench/bar, Die Setter must

utilize the “open palm method”

• Maintain inventory of Die Setter supplies in good condition and complete a request for

more supplies through a request to the Production Efficiency Tech prior to running out

• Write up a requisition for any supplies or tools needed for mold set up

• Clean machines and auxiliary equipment

• Assist in minor production related cycle problems

• Assist in quality related cycle problems as authorized by and under the guidance of the

shift foreman

• When changing a mold, place one bolt in at a time and tighten it all the way before

moving on to the next bolt

• Operate the lift truck when required

• Maintain safe driving speeds and have an acute awareness of all surroundings, stop at

all cross isles

• Assist in training new Die Setter and/or back up Die Setter

• For safety reasons the minimum acceptable thread engagement is 1 ½ times the bolt

diameter

• Any less engagement indicates the bolt is too short and must be replaced with a long

bolt

• Use proper clamps for the tool being set

• Use proper washers for bolt and clamp being used.

• It is the responsibility of all employees to take corrective action for all nonconforming

items identified by the employee

• When using anything sharp, must use Kevlar gloves and Kevlar burn sleeves on both

hands and arms. Perform other duties as required for the safe, efficient operation of the

plant

• When setting or pulling tools machine must be set to mold set during any opening or

closing during mold set up

• This is to avoid extensive tool damage

• Supervisory Responsibilities- If this position becomes vacant, the Supervisor, or

appointed trained Tech or equivalent will resume responsibilities

• Environmental Responsibilities- May be required co functions as a member of

environmental response action team, fire brigade, and First Responder, with specialized

training as listed in the tracking system

• Provides OJT to personnel where appropriate

QUALIFICATIONS

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential

duty satisfactorily

• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability

required

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to

perform the essential functions

• Work well with other employees

• Safety conscious

• Must wear/use all PPE including hard hat

• Must have lock-out tag-out training. Good time organization

• Self-motivating

• Ambitious in your job

• Capable of lifting forty-five (45) pounds from floor to height of approximately four (4) feet

and approximately forty (40) times per shift

• Follow instructions properly

• Neat performance of duties

• Willing and able to work seven (7) days a week whenever required

• Understand material & hopper loader system.

• Must be capable of completing mold change part to part within 1 (one) hour or less while

following all safety rules

• Education and/or Experience- High school diploma or general education degree (GED);

or six months to 2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of

education and experience

• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations- Hi Lo License, Rigging, and crane training required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by

an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to

perform the essential functions

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands

to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms

• The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear

• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 45 pounds

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color

vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

WORKING CONDITIONS

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an

employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to

perform the essential functions

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have experience as a die setter with a plastic manufacturing company?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $23