Metal Flow is a rapidly growing, innovative metal forming company with extensive value added manufacturing technologies focused on bringing value to customers and to the community we serve. The people of Metal Flow Corporation are deeply committed to providing the highest quality processes and products to customers around the world. We produce high volume, technically sophisticated custom metal components through the deep draw process using a variety of metals, and are actively seeking candidates who have an interest in working in a precision environment to create safety critical, quality product that serves primarily the global automotive industry. Successful team members will thrive in a fast-paced production environment while still maintaining organization, attention to detail, and a quality focus.
Die Setters are primarily responsible for performing job set ups and tear downs, maintenance and verification of production and spare tooling, implementing continuous improvement initiatives, and verification of product quality for the processes and products in their assigned area. Die Setters will typically be assigned to work on more than one press/product each shift and are required to balance the needs of each machine according to the needs of the area as defined by the Supervisor/BU Manager.
Die Setters should have demonstrable proficiency with some toolroom equipment (lathes, mills, surface grinders, etc.), and are expected to be able to read and understand blueprints, and use all quality measurement tools and equipment (calipers, micrometers, profilometers, optical comparators, etc.) with proficiency.
A skilled Die Setter should be able to offer suggestions for and/or contribute to troubleshooting and problem solving in a production environment. Die Setters should have a Continuous Improvement mindset with an ability to contribute meaningfully in making process, tooling, and equipment enhancements that will improve production efficiency and product quality.
At Metal Flow Die Setters are encouraged to assist in the development of entry level team members and work constructively with others in various areas of the organization to achieve common goals. Die Setters are also encouraged to grow their own skills by seeking educational experiences and taking advantage of various training opportunities both internally and externally. Die Setters who are interested in advancing to a Journeyman Toolmaker level are encouraged to apply for acceptance into Metal Flow’s Department of Labor registered Apprenticeship Program where they can take advantage of On-The-Job Training Opportunities and Off-Site Educational Curriculum.
Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Requirements:
- High school diploma, or recognized equivalent.
- Non-carded, or outside trade journeyman card.
- 5 years in a transferable industry/field.
- Preferred Training/Skills:
- Quality
- Machine Operations
- Material
- Advanced Toolroom Equipment
- Tooling Understanding
- Required Certifications
- Forklift
- Overhead Crane
- Maintain required certifications to ensure no lapses in licensing.
- Required Qualities: Ability to work constructively with others, effective verbal and written communication skills, heightened attention to detail and ability to follow-through.
Physical Requirements:
- This position requires a high-level of physical activity.
- Standing, walking, moving, bending, pushing or pulling for prolonged periods of time.
- Position requires frequent bending, squatting, twisting of upper body
- Regularly lifting and moving up to 50lbs
- Occasionally lifting and moving up to 75 lbs.
- Requires visual acuity adequate to perform visual detection of extremely small product parts and potential defects
- Position requires advanced hand eye coordination to adequately work with machinery
- Requires the ability to use a computer
- Must wear proper eye and ear protection in designated areas.
- Must wear proper OSHA approved work boots or shoes.
