Die Maker

Job Description

Role and Responsibilities :

The Die Maker’s responsibilities include preparing the dies for press, monitoring the process while it is in pre-make ready checking the final product for quality. He or she is also responsible for communication with CAD department and help on press or pre-make ready when needed.

Objective :

• o Knife incoming dies, re knife existing dies and help operators when needed.

Equipment :

Tasks performed :

o              Responsible for issuing storage locations.

o              Responsible for maintaining integrity of die tooling storage.

Other tasks :

o              Mount emboss / deboss dies

o              Maintain appropriate inventory of die room supplies

o              Communicate with other departments (status updates)

o              Special projects (repairs / construct jigs)

o              Suggest and implement improvements within the department and / or other departments.

o              Responsible for ensuring safety procedures. Maintain a safe and hazard free work environment. Also responsible for being conscious of safety guidelines and reporting safety hazard corrections when indicated.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Education : High school diploma

College education preferred

3-5 years in industry specific experience

Previous die cut operator experience preferred

Skills & Qualifications :

Proficient in math, writing and computer skills.

Excellent organizational and analytical skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including effective interpersonal skills. Must also have working knowledge of Excel Spreadsheets and Outlook software.

Must be detail oriented and possess a working knowledge of industry specific information. (Die cutting)

Must be mechanically inclined

Experience with machinery or power tools required

Must be able to read measurements (tape, rule, caliper)

Physical Demands :

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Requirements

Die Maker