Press Set-Up Operator; Die Setter
Listed on 2026-06-17
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Production, Machine Operator, Assembly, Production Associate / Production Line
Job Summary
The Setup Operator position sets up progressive dies in punch presses and operates the press to produce metal stamped parts to blueprint specifications.
Duties & Responsibilities- Follow all safe work procedures and general plant rules while performing the job.
- Assemble, install and align dies in the press according to specification.
- Adjusts ram to specified length.
- Feed steel to the die using the straightener making necessary adjustments.
- Submit first off sample to QA for approval.
- Adjust press, if necessary, to make part to blueprint specification.
- Perform basic measurements and monitoring with caliper, micrometer, scale & gauges.
- Other duties as required.
To achieve success a Set Up Operator should possess the following minimum requirements, knowledge, skills, and abilities:
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 reports. Ability to use and interpret measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, and height gauges. Basic understanding of SPC.
Mathematical
Skills:
Add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; read and understand blueprints.
Reasoning Ability:
Understand written, verbal or diagrammed instructions.
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