What are the responsibilities and job description for the Die Setter position at Surge?
Metal Stamping Die Setter (Manual and Automatic)
Specific job duties include:
- Sets up dies in both manual and automatic presses.
- Troubleshoot die problems with appropriate personnel.
- Select and set speed and feed of machine according to type of operation and specified material.
- Recommend adjustments to processes and equipment to produce a product that meets company standards and customer requirements.
- Performs all duties and operates machinery & equipment according to company procedures using required safety equipment (gloves, sleeves, ear plugs, etc.).
- Coordinate and pre-stage all necessary items for die change.
- Loads coils and feeds material into die where applicable.
- Inspects parts for quality defects. Measures part to ensure they meet specifications.
- Performs first piece inspection of set-up parts as required by quality and/or as directed by supervisor.
- Fill out accurately all paperwork (inspection data sheets, die inspection log/list) pertaining to any/all dies being set.
- Monitors press for proper operation and reports any malfunctions or problems to supervisor and maintenance.
- Operate forklift as needed for pre-staging and set-up of dies.
- Maintain and keep organized all equipment, tools, etc. used during above responsibilities.
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