Die Setter

FLEX |N| GATE - ROYAL OAK

JOB DESCRIPTION

GENERAL SUMMARY:

This position includes but not limited to: The set-up of Tandem Lines, Transfer Press and/or Automatic Presses. Set-up equipped with Coil feed lines and/or blank bunks/carts, Programming and adjusting end of arm tooling, feed equipment, conveyors, etc…….

PRINCIPLE DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate Lift Trucks and overhead cranes for placement and/or removal of dies, coils, blanks and/or other equipment required for JCO and/or Pre-Stage
• Performs JCO’s Start to Finish
• Loads coils onto uncoiler, threads coil through feed line assuring proper alignment to die, adjusting set and pitch properly.
• Install and adjust EOAT where applicable assuring proper pick and place in order to run job efficiently.
• Set-up all necessary items required to make job production ready-part exit conveyors, chutes, scrap shakers, die lubricant (Drawing Compound), Sensors, etc……..
• When equipment is in Production mode performs pre-staging of next scheduled job where applicable.
• Performs adjustments, calibrations, alignments and modifications of automation systems and components when required.
• Maintains die storage area keeping it organized and neat.
• When required due to absentees and/or vacations can fill-in for APO’s and Line Tenders assuring production schedules are being meet.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES / EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

1. Must pass written mechanical aptitude/knowledge test.
2. Requires the ability to read instructions and perform tasks as instructed.
3. Basic understanding of positive & negative numbers and on how it relates to robots.
4. Basic understanding of metric and standard (English) system.
5. Ability to read, comprehend and navigate through multiple HMI screens.
6. Knowledge of Fanuc & ABB robots along with HMS Transfer systems, Die Protection units such as Rexcon, smart-pac, wintriss, etc……
7. Knowledge of Coil feedlines, Straighteners adjusting set and feeders adjusting pitch, pilot release, etc.………..
8. Must be able to communicate in technical terms and relay information to other persons involved in equipment operation and maintenance.
9. Use hand tools, lubricants, etc, and such hand devices as needed for a safe operation.
10. Demonstrate a good Attendance record
11. Must be able to lift at least 50lbs., bend, twist, squat, climb, kneel, stand or walk continuously in close, confined surroundings.
12. Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required including high school math and reading proficiency, all additional education from college to training seminars in this related field is a plus.
13. Must have extensive troubling shooting ability of production equipment and programs in order to achieve maximum efficiency.
14. Must be able to work mandatory OT as required 6-7 days per week.

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