Die Setter/Automatic Punch Press Operator

Description

Summary: The objective of this job is to setup and run an automatic punch press (progressive) to produce metal stampings within established run rate.

Job Duties

Equipment Inspection

Safety Checks

Press Maintenance

Tool Readiness prior to use

Review and Understand Work Order Packet and related information:

Dispatch List - schedule and priority of work orders

Work Order - process steps to produce product

Pick List - materials required i.e. R/M, gages, inspection documents, F/G (or WIP) containers, labels, tags and the like

Stamping Setup Sheet - specific job related information

Communicate (via intranet, email, telephone, or personal conversation with Production Supervisor)

Coordinate specific needs with Material Handler

Material

Scrap Removal

F/G or WIP product removal from line

Report (to Production Supervisor) production tool miss-hit or problems

Report labor time(s) and part count (quantity produced) to appropriate Work Order Router (online)

Set up punch press

Use hand tools i.e. wrench, snips, nibbler, etc.

Load coil, thread feed line

Adjust material straightener and feeder

Align, set and clamp die

Install (connect) lube sprayers, die protection, sensors, part and scrap conveyor(s) or ejection chute(s)

Adjust and verify punch press control settings

Safety equipment - Light Curtains, Palm Buttons

Shut Height SPM, Counterbalance

Use modern press control systems i.e. Smart Pac II or Link 5000

Use measuring instruments i.e. micrometer, caliper, indicator, scale, etc.

First Piece inspection (of part(s))

Stamping Process verification

Produce parts:

In-process inspection(s) as stated on Control Plan

May include attribute or variable gages

May require Statistical Process Control (SPC) Data collection

Report non-conforming findings

Verify that process is in control

Stop production (until resolution) if parts fall out of specification during run

Roles and Responsibilities

Produce Stampings

Safely

Within the priority determined (on the Dispatch List)

Within specified runtime (shown on Work Order Router)

Attend to the press at ALL times of operation

Requirements

Job Specifications or Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience

Must demonstrate to Production Manager the ability to set up and run press in a safe and efficient manner.

Must have previous experience as an Automatic Punch Press Operator.

Technical Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Working with others: interpersonal skills to support working cooperatively with others to signal material handling needs of production lines, work cooperatively and have regard for others.

Communication: of your own needs, accepting constructive feedback, coping with learning opportunities and support.

Communication: speaking, listening, reading and writing skills.

Organization: identify and relate the process to material storage and handling needs. Develop a system that facilitates flow.

Problem solving: demonstrate the ability to tackle problems systematically, for the purpose of working towards a solution and learning from the process.

Identify process problems or bottlenecks.

Plan resources (equipment, people, services, material) in a way to avoid downtime.

Math: Application of Numbers: interpreting information involving numbers, carrying out calculations, interpreting results and presenting findings.

Work independently: improve own learning and performance, focused effort on goals, work towards improvement.

Physical Requirements

Candidate must wear Personal Protection Equipment while on shop floor.

Lift, carry and/or manipulate up to 50 pounds.

Frequent standing.

Ability to reach, bend, push or pull to place or retrieve materials in production environment.

Key Role Interactions

Communicate and work with Material Handler, Production Supervisor and support personnel assigned to assist on Work Order (production).