Die Setter/Press Technician

Job Description:

Die Setter/Press Technician IperionX is seeking a Die Setter/Press Technician to support our maintenance and production teams in the manufacturing of titanium products. This role is responsible for setup, adjustment, troubleshooting, and maintenance of mechanical and hydraulic presses used for making powder metallurgy compacts. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in die setting, strong collaborative skills for dynamic teams, and the ability to work on multiple types of manufacturing and laboratory equipment.

Requirements and qualifications:

High school diploma or GED equivalent required Minimum of 3 years' experience in die setting operations of mechanical and hydraulic presses Possess the desire to advance and develop your own knowledge and skill set Must be able to lift and move 50 lbs occasionally, must be able to ascend and descend ladders, climb stairs, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, and crawl Ability to safely operate forklifts and other heavy machinery as required Ability to wear a respirator during certain tasks Ability to use Microsoft products such as Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook, and Teams Employment responsibilities will include, but not limited to: Setup, cleaning, operation, adjustment, and troubleshooting of mechanical and hydraulic uniaxial presses Perform maintenance, repair, cleaning and general care of equipment Work closely with the maintenance and production team on the evaluation and development of new concepts and products Support the production team with the installation, commissioning, setup, maintenance, and operation of pressing equipment Provide feedback to production teams for process improvements Assist with the development of best practices for pressing operations Educate and train others in the setup and operation of uniaxial presses Work with potentially hazardous materials and equipment such as inert gases, flammable gases, compressed gases, metal powders, hydraulic equipment, machining equipment, and high temperature equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency while developing and maintaining equipment and procedures Maintain and improve equipment through analysis of data, preventive maintenance procedures, predictive maintenance practices and reliability centered strategies Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory standards and adherence to company policies and procedures. Including safe work controls Responsible for setting high standards for safety, quality, productivity, and performance

Benefits:

Benefits include industry-leading medical, dental and vision insurance; 401(k) plan and company match; paid time off, competitive pay and strong opportunity for career growth. About IperionX Titanium metal is prized for its strength, light weight, and corrosion resistance. These properties are ideal for applications in the aerospace, defense, medical, automotive and consumer electronics industries. Titanium's problem is its high cost. The standard way to produce titanium metal, the Kroll process, was invented over 70 years ago, is complex, energy intensive, and expensive. IperionX has revolutionary technology to produce titanium metal at significantly lower energy, cost and carbon emissions. Our goal is to fundamentally transform the titanium industry. We are currently scaling production at our Virginia Titanium Manufacturing Campus, comprising the Titanium Production Facility and the Advanced Manufacturing Center. Additional information about IperionX can be found on our corporate website (www.iperionx.com). IperionX is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Describe your experience troubleshooting press equipment and collaborating with maintenance or production teams to improve processes or reliability.

Experience:

die setting operations of mechanical and hydraulic presses: 3 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person