Die Setter

Overview Consider joining the Pennex family as a Die Setter in our Wellsville, PA location. The Die Setter is an entry level position that prepares and sets up tooling from the extrusion schedule to ensure maximum efficiency and productivity. The Die Setter is responsible for tooling going through the caustic room. Die Setters may need to adapt to changing press schedules. Shift Availability Must Be Able To Work Either Shift 7pm to 7am with rotating days and weekends. 7am to 7pm with rotating days and weekends. Responsibilities Ensures enough dies are in the die ovens at each press based upon the production schedule. Transfers dies to and from inventory system. Recycles failed dies quickly. Places dies in caustic solution to clean them of aluminium residue. Assists with die flow movement for staging and preparation. Utilizes a crane system for loading and unloading of caustic tanks. Operates a caustic system when needed. Disassembles dies and rinses. Operates an automatic media blasting machine. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education High school diploma or equivalent Additional technical or vocational training in machining, machine operation, or related fields is preferred Experience Previous experience in a similar manufacturing environment is preferred Other Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Ability to read and interpret simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to add and subtract two‑digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s. Ability to perform these operations using units of American weight measurement, volume and distance. Ability to apply understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Forklift operator’s license and prior forklift experience is a plus. Must be able to pass a pre‑employment physical and drug screen. Must be authorized to work in the US; sponsorships are not available. Must have regular attendance. Environmental Hazards Physical The employee is regularly required to stand. The employee is frequently required to walk; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and use hands. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, colour vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Work Environment The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Our Commitment to Inclusion We welcome people of different backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives. To ensure our business and culture continue to be inclusive of all people, we never discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital status, veteran or disability status. MX Holdings and our family of brands, including Metal Exchange and Pennex, are proud to be equal opportunity employers. Additionally, all your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Should you have any questions or require special assistance completing your application, please email View email address on click.appcast.io . Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States and not require employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States. Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Confidentiality agreement required: Yes. Posted min pay rate: USD $19.49/hr. Posted max pay rate: USD $23.04/yr. #J-18808-Ljbffr