Die Setup Technician

We are looking for a die setup technician. The pay range is $19 – $20/hour depending on experience. The job description is below:

• 1^st shift: 6 am- 4:30 pm

Die Set-Up & Production

• Perform complete die set-ups on a variety of stamping presses.
• Safely establish shut height and verify proper die operation.
• Set up existing dies and assist with new die installations.
• Troubleshoot buckles, short feeds, eject failures, progression issues, and other production concerns.
• Release completed die set-ups to production after verifying proper operation.
• Update and maintain set-up documentation as required.

Feeder Systems

• Set up and adjust servo, pneumatic, Rapid-Air, and PA feeder systems.
• Adjust feed length, speed, acceleration, deceleration, pilot release, spring tension, and progression settings.
• Perform factory resets and feeder parameter adjustments.
• Diagnose and correct feeder performance issues, including backlash and spring pressure concerns.

Die Protection & Controls

• Set up, adjust, and troubleshoot die protection systems.
• Understand and utilize CIECO, Wintriss, AIDA Smart Die Protection, and Smart Pac Pro systems.
• Adjust die protection windows and sensor timing.
• Configure sensor logic (MOM, NO, NC) and verify proper operation.
• Install and adjust laser, fiber optic, and proximity sensors as needed.

Tonnage & Press Systems

• Set and monitor tonnage using AIDA, Wintriss, and CIECO systems.
• Understand hydraulic overload systems, counterbalance functions, and load cell operation.
• Reset tonnage alarms and load appropriate tonnage programs.
• Assist with basic servo motion programming when required.

Quality

• Submit quality first-piece samples for inspection.
• Work with Quality and Tooling to resolve defects and improve processes.
• Create documentation for process improvements when appropriate.

Mechanical & Technical Support

• Read blueprints, production drawings, and process documentation.
• Use precision measuring equipment including depth micrometers and radius gauges.
• Perform drilling, tapping, and basic machining operations is a plus, not required.
• Perform basic MIG welding and welded repairs when required (experience is a plus, not required).
• May be asked to perform press lubrication and light maintenance to support production operations.

Safety

• Follow all MIOSHA and company safety requirements.
• Complete required press safety inspections and check sheets.
• Understand light curtain operation, safety distance requirements, and machine safeguarding.
• Safely operate forklifts to move dies and equipment (valid forklift certification required or obtainable).
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years of die setting or progressive stamping experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with servo feeders and automated feeding systems preferred.
• Experience with die protection systems and tonnage monitoring preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring instruments.