Metal Stamping Die Set-up Technician Jobs - Schiller Park, Illinois (IL)

Metal Stamping Die Set-up Technician - Job Description

Manor Tool is seeking a Setup Technician to join our team in Schiller Park, IL. The Setup Technician performs setup, progressive machining, assembly and fabricating operations on a variety of equipment. Requires setup experience and on the job training.

Manor Tool & Manufacturing Company began as a tool and die shop in 1959, and has grown to become a first class metal stamping company, specializing in punching, bending, forming and deep drawn stampings.

Responsibilities:

• Set up all assigned machinery including presses, lathes, milling machines, etc.
• Check work instruction to ensure accurate settings for job
• Check tooling and equipment for overloads or improper tool maintenance. Report issues to foreman
• Run production sample according to work instructions; troubleshoot to ensure product meets or exceeds customer specifications.
• Check product against sample using various gages, micrometers, calipers, etc. as denoted on work instruction.
• Visually inspect production for burrs, scratches, rust and other defects.
• Separate materials and production used during set-up from production run.
• Train new operators on assigned production ensuring set-up is running properly. Assign proper PPE to operators.
• Support safety and lean initiatives including LEAN and SHARP by working within established OSHA guidelines and continuously looking for improved efficiency.
• Address non-conformance issues from production runs.
• Report machine maintenance issues to maintenance department.
• Sample new production runs; complete pre-production approval processes; submit production documentation to quality department as required.
• Return all tools, gages and parts, etc. to proper storage areas.
• Perform preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and machines.
• Inventory and order supplies, tools to efficiently complete production runs.
• Provide input during employee evaluation process to management.
• Timely and accurate completion of all paperwork associated with the position.
• Participate in activities to increase personal skill level, overall departmental processes and product quality.
• Maintain organized and clean work area.
• Communicate all problems and other work issues with supervisor.
• Receive, understand and follow all written and oral instruction.
• Maintain acceptable attendance standards by reporting to work every day as expected and scheduling time away in advance of absence when necessary.
• Comply with all company policies, procedures in including mission, safety and attendance requirements.
• Resolve day-to-day issues by working effectively with others.
• Other duties required to meet company needs as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years' experience as set-up
• Ability and willingness to complete TMA training programs as applicable to position.
• Ability to pass company ISO, English, Safety and Math tests.
• Knowledge and understanding of company safety programs including lockout/tagout and hazcom.
• Ability to effectively convey written and or verbal instruction to production personnel
• Knowledge of all department machines, equipment, processes and documentation
• Proficient in Blue Print Reading and use of measuring equipment.

MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Stamina to work all assigned hours.
2. Ability to use hands 100% of the workday.
3. Ability to hear and speak 100% of the workday.
4. 20/20 required vision with or without correction.
5. Ability to stand and or walk 100% of the workday.
6. Ability to bend, stoop or twist 50% of the workday.
7. Ability to exert physical force to push, pull, lift or carry 50 pounds frequently.
8. Ability to work in a shop environment - continuous exposure to potentially hazardous metal working machinery and equipment, loud noises, dust, mist, oils and solvents.