Press Set-Up Operator(Die Setter)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Setup Operator to join our team in O’Fallon, MO. The Setup Operator is responsible for setting up progressive dies in punch presses and operating the press to produce metal stamped parts according to blueprint specifications. This role requires attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work efficiently in a manufacturing environment.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Set up progressive dies in punch presses to prepare for production runs.
• Assembles, installs and aligns dies in the press according to specification.
• Adjusts ram to specified length.
• Operate punch presses to produce metal stamped parts that meet blueprint specifications.
• Feeds steel to the die using the straightener making necessary adjustments.
• Submits first off sample to QA for approval.
• Make necessary adjustments to equipment to maintain product quality and efficiency.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean work area.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals.
• Perform basic measurements and monitoring with caliper, micrometer, scale & gauges.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

To achieve success as an Inspector Machine Operator, each essential duty must be performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these duties. The minimum requirements, knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for this job are as follows:

Education and Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred; or, one to three months of related experience and/or training; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Comprehension/Communication skills: Reads and interprets documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedural manuals; fills out production and shipping reports and labels.

Mathematical Skills: Adds, subtracts, multiplies and divides in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals; understands and reads blueprints.

Reasoning ability: Understands written, verbal or diagrammed instructions.

Physical Requirements (if any): Frequently walk or stand for long periods of time for up to 10 hours a day. Ability to use hands/fingers to handle, feel, and reach. Occasionally bend, stoop, crawl, or kneel. Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force to regularly lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. If greater than 50 lbs, will require assistance or the use of lifting equipment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour for first shift 6am to 4:30pm to $19.50 per hour for 2nd shift 4pm to 2:30am.

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Referral program
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Pay Range: $22 – $28 per hour