Die Chaser-Polisher

·         Inspect and Polish dies so they are ready for production.

• Assist in die corrections.
• Load, start, and monitor nitrider.
• Deliver the dies to presses according to schedule and bring back extruded dies for caustic/storage.
• Must have the working ability to use an assortment of hand tools.
• Must be physically capable of lifting 75 pounds from the floor to a waist-high platform (required)
• Responsible for maintenance of all extrusion dies to achieve maximum productivity.
• Polish dies after die correction is completed.
• Must have previous experience in die polishing and/or correction.
• Must possess the working ability and/or willingness to work with caustic.
• Run the dies through the caustic solution to clean excess aluminum out of the die.
• Assemble and break down tooling assemblies.
• Make sure the dies are clean and there are no remaining aluminum remnants left.
• Die storage- putting the dies away and retrieval- taking the dies out of storage.
• Ensure a safe and clean work environment.
• Wear safety equipment and follow safety protocol.
• Operating hand tools including Hammer and chisel.
• Clean work area at end of shift.
• Knowledge of production operation and experience in a manufacturing environment.

·         Perform any other assignments given.

This job may require the physical ability to perform duties assigned including but not limited to extensive standing, walking, bending, kneeling, squatting. Continuous lifting to 75 pounds from floor to average waist-high platform, and use of various hand tools and instruments, and extreme temperatures.

        Requirements

• Must have knowledge of dies/die shop.
• Must be able to work well with others in a team environment.
• Must be flexible with scheduling (either afternoons or midnights) based on business needs
• Must possess a good attitude.
• Must be reliable, and punctual and maintain excellent attendance.
• Must be willing to work between plant locations (Garden City and Livonia).
• Must be able to work shift assigned.
• Must be able to follow directions and perform assignments given through completion.
• Must be able to read and write in English fluently with proficiency.
• Must be 18years or older.
• Must have at least a high school diploma, or GED. Certification or Associate Degree in Manufacturing is a plus.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• Possess knowledge of safety and productivity around the aluminum extrusion press is a plus.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License (to travel between plants as scheduled/assigned).

Must be able to pass a stringent background check, substance screening, and medical exam (any of these may be required).