Die Setter

Job Description

Job Description

The Die Setter‘s primary responsibility is to ensure a correct and proper mold change is done and certified in a safe and timely fashion, when required by scheduling or engineering. Reports functionally to the Section Supervisor and General Forman.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

Report to work with the correct tools to do the job.

Complete Mold change timely.

• Set up Mold change in an efficient manner, gather all tools prior to starting mold change
• Read, understand, and follow the mold change checklist and certify mold change is correct by signing check sheet and filing.
• Clean out hoppers when a material change is required.
• Clean dryer filters, change and discard when needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work and storage area.
• Clean and wipe down machines (secondary equipment, thermolaters, grinders, air compressors, air dryers, water pumps, glue pumps, dryers, etc.)
• Make sure all bolts, clamps, hoses, etc. not being used, be removed from press and placed in defined storage area.
• Remove oil out of sumps with the air vacuum. Report any oil leaks to respective personnel.
• Lube machine- fill reservoir, lube injection end, wipes off excess grease on and around the reservoir.
• Confirm that mold is clean and ready to start production, prior to certifying mold change is complete.
• Clean molds for production, spray rust preventive on molds before storage.
• Think safety first, follow all safety rules and prescribed.
• Notify Supervisor of any safety related issues immediately.
• Be involved in your job, ask questions, and do not assume anything.
• Update tools date stamp and date wheel per work instruction MFG-WK-082.
• Make suggestions in accordance with Continuous Improvement Principles.
• Report any hazardous waste spills immediately to respective personnel.
• Set-up work-station with proper secondary’s and all machinery to run properly
• Maintain shift to shift communication
• Ensure work cells are properly cleaned and organized according to 5S principles
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork and communication skills
• Keep work area clean and organized
• Follow all safety and company policies and procedures
• Responsibilities include all listed above, but are not limited only to those listed above

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one year or more of related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Plastic Injection Molding background is helpful.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position requires that the employee be able to lift up to 50 pounds, without requiring assistance such as a dolly, forklift, or another team member. This position also includes frequent and prolonged periods of standing / walking, pushing / pulling or moving / lifting supplies. This position experiences frequent / occasional reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, repetitive motion and gripping. Must comply with all safety requirements including use of the personal protection equipment required for this position.

Company Description

Mayco International is a fast growing, technologically driven manufacturing company. Our culture is built upon our values of integrity, pride, and family. Our people are our greatest asset, and we are looking for awesome individuals to join our growing team!

Mayco International is headquartered in Sterling Heights, Michigan with more than 7,000 employees in 45 plants across the USA, China, India, Russia, South Africa, South Korea, and Australia. We provide design and advanced engineering services, tooling, manufacturing and assembly, sequencing, and logistics, as well as systems integration services. We serve OEMs and other Tier 1 suppliers in North America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia.

Our culture is team-based, interactive, flexible, and supports continuous learning experiences, both hands-on as well as formal. Tools such as Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and World Class Manufacturing are used to improve our processes which improve our performances individually and as a group. We are growth focused and believe that a positive working environment is critical to our success.

Company Description

Mayco International is a fast growing, technologically driven manufacturing company. Our culture is built upon our values of integrity, pride, and family. Our people are our greatest asset, and we are looking for awesome individuals to join our growing team!\r\n\r\nMayco International is headquartered in Sterling Heights, Michigan with more than 7,000 employees in 45 plants across the USA, China, India, Russia, South Africa, South Korea, and Australia. We provide design and advanced engineering services, tooling, manufacturing and assembly, sequencing, and logistics, as well as systems integration services. We serve OEMs and other Tier 1 suppliers in North America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia.\r\n\r\nOur culture is team-based, interactive, flexible, and supports continuous learning experiences, both hands-on as well as formal. Tools such as Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and World Class Manufacturing are used to improve our processes which improve our performances individually and as a group. We are growth focused and believe that a positive working environment is critical to our success.