Die Setter

US Farathane has been a leading source of plastics manufacturing, supplying the automotive industry for over 40 years. Through highly technical research and development, coupled with a diverse and knowledgeable Management Team and dedicated Associates, US Farathane has continued to grow each year. We provide customers with a wide range of full-service support from black-box design concepts to highly engineered composites, TPE's and TPO's as well as specialized extrusion and compression technologies.

We are currently seeking an experienced Die Setter. The successful candidates are directly responsible for the machine set-ups including primary and secondary equipment both scheduled and unscheduled.

RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Completion of all mold changes done per the production schedule and all emergency mold changes.
• Set-up of all die related functions to include watering of the die, knockout, hot runner set-up, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Responsible for repairing any fluid or air leaks relating to the die, and any and all die insert changes.
• Responsible for the pulling and resetting of all die halves specifically for the purpose of die repair.
• Loading/unloading of all die carrying trucks.
• Maintain orderly appearance of all die storage.
• Ordering, and the orderly appearance of, all die setting supplies including the removal of all said supplies from the molding machine.
• Responsible for the initial shooting of all die sets where applicable.
• Ensure all paperwork is completed, submitted and filed in a timely manner.
• Comply with all OSHA and safety rules and regulations and all USF policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. These physical requirements include:

• Frequent standing or walking for long periods of time.
• Frequent lifting or lowering objects up to 35lbs.
• Frequent reaching above/below shoulder and forward.
• Occasional bending, stooping, and crouching.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. These conditions include:

• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• The employee must not wear any loose-fitting clothing that may get in the way of the moving machinery.
• Occasional exposure to extreme heat and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• May be required to work outside for short periods of time.

The specific statements above are not intended to be all-inclusive.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration by applying via our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of US Farathane.

US Farathane is an Equal Opportunity Employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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