Summary:

To provide necessary skill to proficiently set up all types of presses, including mechanical presses, , multi-action and hydraulic presses. To adequately complete all necessary steps in press set-up to yield a production-ready part for first piece inspection. Must be able to do all of the job functions of a Die Setter “A.”

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Must take 2 classes per year (i.e. safety, maintenance training, process improvements/lean manufacturing, self-improvement (leadership skills, motivating others) etc.).

Must come up with 2 cost savings ideas that are implemented within the year.

Must be able to train other employees in the department.

Implement productivity improvement through Lean Manufacturing.

Ability to develop and set up sample parts with little assistance from Engineering.

Must know how to use all computers on presses and how to program them.

Work on scrap reduction for better part productivity.

Should be able to write procedures for new equipment for training.

Run department in the absence of supervisor as far as scheduling of jobs and people.

Must show good leadership and have a positive attitude.

Must be able to troubleshoot presses and automation equipment with little assistance from Maintenance personnel.

Must be able to set up all presses (mechanical, multi-action and hydraulic).

Must be able to set up straight wall and flanged dies.

Set time assemblies, air core rods, air heads.

Must be able to set up, adjust & make minor repairs to auxiliary equipment.

Adjust tooling and/or press for fill, kick off, weight and speed and achieve proper split densities.

Maintain rates, quality and production on all product.

Must be able to read and understand all blueprints and part specifications.

Train the operators on operation of presses, the handling of parts and quality control inspection.

Work with Supervision/Quality/Engineering to solve part/production issues.

Maintain maximum production as determined by Supervisor.

Notify Supervision of unusual losses of powder at presses, such as loose powder from shaker shoe, top of work space or excessive powder and parts in tailing cans, or any irregularities in production or equipment.

Must be able to move materials such as powder, tailings, skids, racks, tote boxes, baskets, tools and parts.

Complete all necessary breakage, inspection, production and quality control reports.

Follow special handling instructions.

Report any tool breakage before removing any tooling from the press.

Knowledgeable of the location and use of procedures, instructions and documentation used in the Molding Dept.

Fill out and put in all necessary paperwork, including quality checks, routers, etc. whether on paper or in the computers, that is required for the job.

Must properly report, segregate and identify parts/products that are non-conforming.

Notify supervisor of any irregularities or needs of parts or supplies.

Must communicate essential shift information with incoming shift person.

Must be able work well with others.

Must be aware of current Quality Management System in regard to Quality Policies and how their job activities affect the system.

Keep presses and equipment clean and area organized and free of debris.

May be required to move powders, help in other departments, perform inspection functions.

May be required to perform special clean-up of press pits, presses, tooling, tooling racks and general clean up of plant.

Perform other duties as assigned by manager/supervisor.

Other Duties or Responsibilities

Assist in the repair of presses or equipment.

Periodic or special clean-up when required.

Work at or assist at any other job-related duties.

Must work to progress in this position/to achieve the next level. The employee must complete and pass a written and hands-on test.