Die Maker-2nd Shift

DuraTech Industries is a growing global Printing Manufacturer located in La Crosse WI.
At DuraTech Industries, we serve Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) in the automotive, computer, electronics, industrial, and medical markets.
As our company expands, we need talented, forward-thinking team members to add to our team.
*We work hard at making a positive, challenging and engaging environment.
* We respect and value our people and recognize their diversity as a source of creativity.
We value loyalty, dedication, hard work and pride in workmanship.
We dedicate ourselves to provide a safe and fun work environment; one that promotes open communication, teamwork, learning and community involvement.
Our Team Members are our greatest asset; our leadership in the industries we serve has been achieved because our people are the best.
*We are adding a 2nd shift Die Maker to our team!* The Die Maker will build or repair all types, sizes and shapes of jigs, fixtures, tools and dies.
Assembles and tests tools and dies on manufacturing equipment to assure they are press ready and meet customer’s specifications.
* Prepares steel rule and punch press dies ahead of time to eliminate down time.
Assures press ready tools to meet work schedule.
* Reads and interprets information provided, i.
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blueprints, verbal or written instructions and/or sample parts, to build jigs, fixtures, tools and dies.
* Replaces steel rule and repairs dies, including ejection work and re-ruling.
* Plans the setup and operation of all types of machine shop tools, considering types of material, tolerances, types of cutting tools, coolants, and lubricants.
* Determines specifications for inspection of work, using precision measuring and gauging tools, performing required inspection during building of the tool.
* Uses manual equipment to build jigs, fixtures, tools and dies.
* Fits and assembles jigs, fixtures, tools and dies.
* Disassembles dies, changes piercers/punches – sharpens, re-aligns and cleans in the proper order.
* Trouble shoot dies in need of spring pressure adjustment, timing or grinding, determining spring pressure needs or how much to grind off.
* Maintains current status on die maintenance and tooling repairs, die making, die repairs, and re-rules.
*This position will train on 1st shift before transitioning to 2nd shift.
* *Must haves:* * High school diploma or equivalent required.
* Art background with experience working with Illustrator preferred.
*Skills and abilities crucial to success in this role:* * Knowledge of a CNC program and how it works.
* High degree of precision and control.
* High degree of attention to detail.
* Basic computer skills.
* Ability to read and comprehend blueprints that provide specific details.
* Ability to work independently without continued support from others.
* Ability to multitask and prioritize.
*Come work for a company that offers a competitive and rewarding benefits package!* * Profit sharing plan * PTO accrual from hire date with 24 hours of bonus PTO at hire * Health, dental, and vision options * Company paid life insurance for all team members and their eligible dependents * Supplemental accident, cancer and critical illness insurance * Short and long-term disability * Flexible spending accounts * Education reimbursement program * 401k retirement plan with company match * Referral program with the opportunity to receive $1500 in bonuses * Reduced MTU monthly bus passes * Nine (9) paid holidays at hire * Bonus PTO day on your anniversary each year * $25 gift card on your birthday * Employee wellness program with gym reimbursements, lunch and learns, community wellness garden and more! * Social events throughout the year * Community involvement activities Job Type: Full-time Pay: $17.
50 - $21.
30 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Referral program * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday Work Location: In person