General Summary:

Experienced Die Tryout Die Maker to work automotive dies for changes, validations, FLD. Work with Program Managers, Foreman and Leaders for product changes, new builds to customer standards & requirements. Evaluate panels on checking fixtures to determine and troubleshoot proper path to correct out of tolerance items.

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

· Strive towards completing tasks and jobs within the original estimated hours

· Should be able to read & interpret CMM data to determine path to correctness.

· Has knowledge of press set up, both Straight side & toggle (dual action)

· Understands tonnage requirements, air cushions, nitro cylinders and die springs

· Supports the Quality System

· Promotes shop Safety. Specifically, the safe operation and lock out procedures of all presses.

· Follow ATC Die Tryout process

· Has own tools

· Competent in operation and set up of all Press’s

· Knowledge of SMIRT Die Shop program

· Understands the Die Build process

· Interpret die designs

· Able to work jobs to a schedule

· Has in-depth knowledge of Die Tryout techniques and trouble shooting

· Spotting

· Nesting Trim Changes

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

This job operates in a manufacturing / factory setting as well as a professional office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, but overtime may be necessary as work load’s dictate. This will include weekdays, weekends and/or holidays.

Required Education and Experience:

· Journeyman card/certificate preferred or 8 yr + equivalent

* Experience with large automotive body dies

· Draw Die Trouble shooting

* Spotting

*Punch Finishing/Barbering

*Freehand Hand Grinding

*Die Setting

· Class A Draw Die experience

· Line dies & timing (cam/direct etc. …)

· Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerances (GD&T)- is preferred

· Welding (TIG/MIG)- is preferred

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment verification form upon hire.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $33.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Large Automotive Body Die: 4 years (Required)
• Die Tryout: 8 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Journeyman License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person