Die Maker

Position Responsibilities:

• Knowledge and ability to setup and operate all equipment and tooling, consistent with Die Maker “C”, including manual and CNC safely
• Knowledge and ability to design, construct, diagnose, repair, and maintain dies, fixtures, Amada tooling, and other Machined Parts to make quality components.
• Ability to analyze print specifications, setup and operate machine tools to manufacture parts to specifications.
• Knowledge and ability to use measuring tools, calculate Spring Life, Shut Height, Cutting and Forming Clearance, Progression and Die Timing.
• Ability to complete Die Changeovers and verify Set-up to Part Print for Verification.

Skills:

• Ability to safely operate machines in the Die Shop and other equipment as necessary
• Ability to safely operate all powered forklift
• Ability to read blueprints and use measuring tools to verify dimensions
• Ability to communicate respectfully and tactfully with others
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team to achieve objectives
• Desire to learn new processes and procedures to improve business performance

Lean Enterprise:

• Establish and utilize frameworks and systems, including tools such as 5S, visual management, problem solving, standard work and kaizen
• Adheres to and promotes Milbank Family Values
• Ability to cooperate and commit in a team environment to achieve goals and deliverables
• Resolve difficult or complicated challenges using the problem-solving process
• Actively embrace our core principals using courage, humility, and kaizen

Physical Requirements:

• Full range of body motion- bending, twisting, reaching, stooping, kneeling, or otherwise maneuvering of the entire body and the dexterous use of both hands
• Ability to stand 100% of the time
• Heavy material handling and/or lifting will be required as described in the Physical Demands Analysis of the position
• Must be present at work when scheduled

Working conditions:

Plant floor environment, standing

Education Requirements:

Minimum: Machine Shop Technology Certificate or 2 years minimum work experience in

machine shop and/or tool and die shop