About the role
Description
A.L. Hansen Mfg. Co., an ISO 9001 certified company, is a leading manufacturer in the commercial hardware industry. We are currently seeking an experienced Die Setter.
Primary purpose of job
Set and operate automatic punch press dies for production in a metal stamping environment. Keep all assigned presses running at capacity while using established safety measures and procedures.
Essential functions of job, frequency and percentage of time on the job:
- Set dies, feeders, straighteners, reels and cradles.
- Inspect part quality using measuring tools and blueprints.
- Start coils for operations.
- Move dies with associated paperwork to and from staging areas.
- Instruct and train machine operators and material handlers in efficient and safe operations of presses.
- Safe operations of equipment necessary to transfer materials, containers and scrap to designated locations with correct paperwork.
- Store materials, containers and scrap in proper locations.
- Watch feeder, cradle and die operation for malfunctions.
- Maintain clean and safe working area.
- Report any problems to a supervisor.
- Ability to lift and maneuver up to 50 lbs safety.
- Know and use equipment to manufacturer specifications.
- Must wear personal protective equipment such as ear and eye protection.
- Follow OSHA and Company safety standards.
- Other duties assigned.
Requirements
Required skills, licenses, knowledge, experience or abilities:
- Ability to read and comprehend blueprints, work orders, and procedures.
- Must be able to obtain license for forklift.
- Use and operate die and material handling equipment.
- Knowledge of Punch Press machines, 35 to 300 ton, coil cradles, straighteners, and feeders. (Bliss and Verson)
- Minimum of five years experience setting progressive dies with die protection and programmable limit switches.
- Tools required: pen, pen magnet, notebook, six inch rule, micrometer, calipers, protractor, square inspection mirror, flashlight, a set of combination open and box end wrenches, ratchet and socket set and a rolling tool cart.
- Knowledge of lockout/tag out procedures.
- Knowledge of working with steal, aluminum, etc.
- Experience with inspection procedures.
Come join a company with over 100 years in the business that offers competitive pay, and a full benefits package that includes: tuition reimbursement, paid vacation and personal time, 9 paid holidays, 401k, medical, dental, vision, and company paid life insurance.
Hours are Monday – Friday 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.