Location: Gastonia, NC 28056
Pay: Starting at $17.00/hour (Based on experience)
Shift: Friday – Sunday | 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
We are seeking an experienced Stamp Die Setter to join a growing metal manufacturing team in Gastonia, NC. This role is responsible for setting up, installing, aligning, and adjusting dies on metal stamping presses to ensure safe, efficient production and high-quality parts. The ideal candidate has experience in a metal stamping environment, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to troubleshoot tooling and equipment.
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Install, align, and change over dies on stamping presses.
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Set up and adjust tooling to meet production and quality requirements.
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Perform first-piece inspections and make necessary adjustments.
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Monitor production runs, troubleshoot tooling issues, and minimize downtime.
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Assist with preventative maintenance and inspect tooling between production runs.
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Read blueprints and use precision measuring tools to verify part specifications.
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Maintain accurate production and setup documentation.
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Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and maintain a clean work area.
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Collaborate with production, quality, and maintenance teams to ensure efficient operations.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
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High school diploma or GED required.
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3–5 years of experience as a Stamp Die Setter, Die Setter, Tooling Technician, or similar role.
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Experience with metal stamping operations and die changeovers.
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Ability to read blueprints and use measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers.
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Experience with progressive, transfer, or coil-fed dies is preferred.
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Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills and attention to detail.
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Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
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Willingness to work overtime as needed.
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Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
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Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive movements throughout the shift.
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Ability to work safely around manufacturing equipment while wearing required PPE.
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