Die Setter

About the role

The Gund Company has an immediate opening at our Noblesville, Indianapolis manufacturing plant for a full-time Die Setter to join our team!

Job Summary

Die setter is responsible for installing, aligning, adjusting, and removing dies used in mechanical stamping presses. Dies are precision tools designed to cut and form non-metallic material. This role ensures that production equipment is properly prepared to meet quality, safety, and efficiency standards. The Die Setter works closely with machine operators, supervisors, and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and ensure consistent product output.

Responsibilities

• Installing dies into mechanical stamping presses
• Aligning and securing dies to exact specifications
• Adjusting settings (ram, timing, stroke length)
• Inspect sample parts to ensure quality and tolerances are met
• Troubleshooting defects like misalignment, cracks, or incomplete formation
• Maintaining and inspecting dies for wear or damage
• Following safety procedures due to heavy tooling and high-force equipment
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED with prior hands on, vocational or job-related course work/training, or any similar combination of education and relatable experience to TGC's manufacturing machinery and processes
• Experience with (insert the department and/or type(s) of machines) or similar equipment
• Strong basic math skills and the ability to use measuring tools (tape measures, calipers, micrometers, etc.)
• Flexibility to work overtime and adjust to emergency production needs

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with reading blueprints and technical drawings
• Knowledge of GD&T

Work Environment

• This role is performed in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, fumes, and chemicals
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required
• The position may involve repetitive tasks and manual labor, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and perform manual tasks as required

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive benefits package (Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
• 401(k) plan with a 50% employer match
• Ongoing training and development programs

Join a company that values your contribution and invests in your future. Apply today to start your career with The Gund Company!