R&M High Speed Stampings

Job Title: Die Setter

Location: Brooklyn Park, MN

Job Type: Full-time

Pay Range: $22 - $29 Hourly - Based on Experience

Shift: 6 AM - 4:30 PM; 4 Day work week, Tuesday - Friday

Company: R&M High Speed Stampings

About Us: Formerly known as Thomas Engineering Company now called R&M High Speed Stampings is part of the Arise Industrial Manufacturing family and was founded in 1962. Our 90,000 sq. ft. manufacturing building is located in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. We specialize in high-quality, close-tolerance micro-miniature top medium sized metal stampings and assemblies to a wide range of industries and markets. We offer rapid prototyping, tool design and construction, ranging from simple stamping dies to complex progressive stamping and forming dies.

Job Overview: A die setter is responsible for installing, adjusting, and maintaining dies in stamping presses to produce parts or products according to specifications. They ensure that the dies are properly aligned and the machines are set up correctly for efficient production. Die setters also perform routine maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and monitor the quality of the produced parts to meet required standards. Their role is crucial in maintaining the smooth operation of the manufacturing process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Position and align tooling, set and adjust mechanisms (stops, feeds, gauges, ramstroke, air ejectors, vacuums, wiring, and cutoffs).
• Load coils of raw materials and set up auxiliary equipment (rewinds, straighteners, scrap choppers).
• Inspect parts visually and dimensionally, make necessary tooling and machine adjustments to meet specifications.
• Oversee ongoing press operations, ensuring compliance with production standards and troubleshooting issues.
• Install and verify safety devices, instruct operators on press operation and safety procedures.
• Remove, inspect, and transport tooling for resharpening or repair.
• Complete required paperwork, reports, and communicate equipment or process issues to the Team Leader.
• Clean machines and workstations at the end of production runs, maintaining a safe and organized workspace.
• Operate micrometers, calipers, coordinate measuring machines, optical comparators, fixed gauges, surface plates, material handling equipment, and hand tools.
• Perform other tasks as assigned and required.

Qualifications:

• 1+ year experience in die tryout or a related role - in a manufacturing environment
• 2+ years of experience as a die setter in a manufacturing environment
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, process control sheets, and technical drawings
• Ability to perform precise measurements and adjustments to ensure product quality

Why Work with Us?

• We offer competitive pay as well as an outstanding benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, 401k, Paid Time Off, and more!
• We offer opportunities for career growth and development.
• We offer a positive work culture with a safe environment while producing quality work efficiently.

Benefits:

• Day 1 company-provided telehealth services to all employees and family
• Company-provided Life and AD&D Insurance and Disability Insurance
• Multiple options for Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Optional Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Voluntary supplemental insurance options (critical care, hospital indemnity, accident, etc.)
• Traditional 401(k) and Roth retirement savings plans with employer contribution
• Paid Time Off

How to Apply: If you're excited about this opportunity and believe you're a great fit for the role, please submit your application here. We look forward to hearing from you!

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming and encouraging applications from everyone. Our company participates in E-Verify to ensure a fair and inclusive employment process.