Die Setter

Location: North Vernon, IN Onsite (Automotive Manufacturing) 

Schedule: 1st Shift (7:00 AM – 3:00 PM) 

Role Type: 6-Month Contract-to-Hire

Seeking a precision-focused technical leader to serve as an Industrial Operations Specialist specializing in powder metal compacting. This role oversees the end-to-end production lifecycle of critical automotive components, including the setup, calibration, and troubleshooting of high-tonnage mechanical and hydraulic presses. The successful candidate will drive operational excellence, ensure "Audit-Ready" documentation, and deliver exceptional quality through process optimization and technical mastery of metallurgical variables.

Key Responsibilities:

• Precision Tooling & Setup: Assemble, set up, and troubleshoot die cavities, punches, and core rods to meet exacting density and dimensional specifications.
• Operational Mastery: Calibrate press settings, including pressure, compaction speed, and dwell time, for optimal production.
• Quality Guardianship: Conduct meticulous inspections of weights and dimensions using micrometers, hardness testers, and CMM equipment.
• Systems Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve malfunctions in mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to ensure "Audit-Ready" production.
• Process Optimization: Maintain detailed production records and participate in 5S and continuous improvement projects to streamline manufacturing workflows.

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Technical Mastery: Mandatory hands-on experience with Cincinnati 550-ton presses and a solid understanding of metallurgical properties.
• Skill Set: Proficiency in blueprint reading and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
• Flexibility: Must be able to work the 1st shift (7:00 AM – 3:00 PM) and remain shift-flexible, including weekends as required.

We offer a competitive package designed to support your professional growth and personal well-being:

• Contract-to-Hire Path: Structured 6-month evaluation period with a clear path to full-time (FTE) conversion based on performance.
• Competitive Shift Rates: Pay rates are inclusive of shift differentials to reward commitment to 1st-shift excellence.
• Advocacy Services: Benefit from our "Human Revision" service, which moves your safety record and troubleshooting expertise to the forefront of the hiring process.

Please be prepared to answer the following during your application:

1. Do you have at least 3 years of experience specifically within the powder metal industry?
2. Have you personally performed die setups and troubleshooting on a Cincinnati 550-ton press?
3. Are you proficient in reading blueprints and applying GD&T standards to quality inspections?
4. Can you commit to a 100% onsite role in a high-volume manufacturing environment?