JOB DESCRIPTION:

Responsible for the set-up and start-up of production jobs as required to meet schedules and customer commitments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to setup and adjust tooling for forging and prepare setup and spare tooling baskets and support production.
• Read Gauges and die control standards strong math skills.
• Set up and tear down forge die sets.
• Make adjustments to forge tooling. Maintains cycle process integrity with the direction of the production supervisor
• Works with support department to ensure tools, machines and processes are optimized
• Recommends and implements changes and improvements to cycles, processes and procedures to maintain schedules and quality parts
• Maintain documentation and paperwork to support production cycles and procedures
• Works directly with process technicians to suggest improvements in processes and procedures
• Works with machine operators to improve current processes and procedures
• Performs set-ups, samples and other production related duties to maintain production schedules
• Assists with training as necessary
• Ability to read machine dial gauges, blueprints and precision measuring instruments used in the inspection of parts
• Follow safety policies and report unsafe working conditions
• Any other duties assigned by supervisor, such as operating production line

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EDUCATION, AND ABILITIES:

• Solid knowledge of metrics and blueprints
• Must also be able to use precision instruments.
• Must be able to drive forklift.
• Read Gauges and die control standards strong math skills.
• Must be able to work in a very fast-paced environment.
• JDE Edwards experience (not required)
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Previous experience working with dies and punches helpful.
• Prior die shop experience a plus.
• Excellent verbal & written communications skills
• Ability to multitask
• High School Diploma