Die Setter Trainee - 2nd Shift

Amsted Automotive Die Setter TraineeAt Amsted Automotive, we offer a safety-first culture, ensuring that your well-being is our top priority. As an ESOP company, everyone is an owner, sharing in the company's achievements and growth. With plenty of opportunities for career growth and skill development, you'll feel valued and supported in our team environment. Join us and experience the exceptional perks that make Amsted Automotive a great place to work!Amsted Automotive, Beaver Dam Powder Metal, is seeking a Die Setter Trainee to learn the tasks required to set up and adjust powder metal hydraulic presses ranging in size of 200T – 750T. This is a 3 year die setter trainee program. The trainee will receive wage increases as performance goals are met throughout the program. Applicants must be able to work any shift throughout the 3-year training period.Shift assignments will vary based on die setter availability, training requirements, and work demand.1st Shift (7:00 am – 3:00pm) Monday – Friday2nd Shift (3:00 pm- 11:00pm) Monday – Friday3rd Shift (11:00 pm- 7:00 am) Sunday – ThursdaySet-up machines and adjust as required including calibrated gauging and chucking equipment. Obtain inspection approval upon set-up completion prior to production run. Use calibrated precision measuring instruments and blueprints. Make minor repairs as needed. Monitor SPC functions and assist operators as required. Monitor production runs for correct set-up operation and product. Know how to set-up and operate all equipment in the department including automated lines. Make density checks prior to production runs. Perform necessary preventative maintenance on machines as required. Perform necessary recordkeeping and paperwork. Seek help if problems arise and ask questions if you don't understand. Participate in team problem solving as part of the departmental continuous improvement process. Use various testing devices, chemicals and material moving equipment according to appropriate guidelines and procedures. Follow all safety rules and keep work area clean and in an orderly condition. Wear all personal protective equipment as required by the safety policy. Be responsible and accountable for the professional use of assigned work periods, machinery, equipment and tools. Understand and perform to the BN Quality Policy taking pride in the products produced. Perform other duties as assigned.The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be considered for those with specific physical restrictions. Physical requirements include: good speaking, hearing and vision ability, excellent manual dexterity, ability to lift and carry up to 60 pounds occasionally. The ability to stand and/or walk for the entire shift. Work is performed in a typical manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, heat, dust, dirt, oil and grease, with several elements continuously present to the extent of being objectionable.Education: High School or better.Experience: 1 year: Previous powder metal manufacturing experience. 1 year: Previous press operator and/or monitor experience preferred.Licenses & Certifications: Forklift preferred.