Die Repair - Apogee Enterprises : Job Details

Tubelite Inc.

General Position Description

Clean, polish, and complete basic repair on extrusion press dies using a variety of measuring and cleaning tools.

Principal Duties and Accountabilities include, but not limited to:

* Clean, polish and prep extrusion dies received from caustic work center using repetitive hand movements and hand tools.

* Work with caustic work center team mates and die repairmen to ensure process flow of dies is efficient.

* Read and interpret specifications such as blueprints, sketches, models or descriptions.

* Use measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, and pin/bearing gauges to verify conformance.

* Provide feedback to die repairmen when maintenance needs are identified to ensure timely repairs are completed.

* Operate machine tools such as knee mills and grinders to prep parts. Verify conformance of machined parts to specifications.

* Lift machined parts and position and secure parts on worktable using Hilo and crane

* Maintain and organize paperwork when receiving dies.

* Utilize computer software to organize die work flow.

* Assist other press department team mates on an as needed basis including operating caustic tanks and stretchers and assisting die setters and press operators.

* Assist in training fellow team mates on an as needed basis.

* Responsible for following documented procedures as well as producing and ensuring product meets or exceeds established product specifications.

Required Qualifications:

* High school diploma or GED

* Able to stand for a minimum of 8 hours

* Able to bend easily at the waist and complete repetitive movements

* Able to work flexible hours when required to meet customer demands

* Demonstrated excellent attendance

* Hold or be able to obtain valid Hilo license

* Reliable transportation

* Able to work with minimal supervision

* Minimum 1 year extrusion or maintenance experience

* Ability to be fully cross trained in all press positions

* Ability to understand and carry out instructions in verbal, written and diagram form

* Ability to solve problems involving mathematical equations

* Basic data entry computer skills

* Able to lift up to 75 pounds

* Good eye/hand coordination and dexterity

Preferred Qualifications:

* Vocational technical school machine shop background

* Experience using EPICS software

EEO Employer

Apogee and our brands are 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 veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.