Manufacturing - Tool & Die Setter

Manufacturing

• Tool & Die Setter EFCO Corp.
• 3.

3 Des Moines, IA Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account AD&D insurance Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Qualifications Mechanical blueprint interpretation Blueprint specification interpretation Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence High school diploma or GED Safety equipment Full Job Description Are you a construction-minded professional with a passion for building and making a lasting impact in the industry? At EFCO, we don't just build concrete structures, we build careers, partnerships, and opportunities. Established in 1934, we deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that make construction safer and more efficient. Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, EFCO is a growing, people-focused company committed to Quality, Integrity, Innovation, and Super Service. From engineering and design to manufacturing and field support, we help customers turn vision into reality while achieving the Lowest In-Place Concrete Cost (LIPCC). Purpose Support EFCO's fabrication and forming operations by setting up, maintaining, and operating punch presses, dies, and mechanical systems. Contribute to safe and accurate production through hands-on machine preparation, equipment handling, and quality control. EFCO Culture & Safety Statement Act with Integrity by demonstrating honesty, responsibility, trustworthiness, and respect in all actions. Strive for Quality through continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making. Embrace Innovation by being self-aware, collaborative, and curious. Deliver Super Service by creating value and consistently exceeding customer expectations. At EFCO, the health and safety of our team members, visitors, and contractors is an overriding priority and EFCO is committed to promoting a safe and healthy work environment by requiring all team members to participate in environmental, safety, and health program activities. This includes always wearing required personal protective equipment; participating in safety training; engaging in and supporting safety activities including reporting hazards, unsafe work practices & near misses, incidents involving property damage, and any / all injuries

• no matter how minor
• immediately to their supervisor or manager.

Key Responsibilities Set Up Presses and Dies (35%) Prepare punch pads, dies, hand trips, and barrier guards for mechanical and hydraulic presses. Adjust machine settings to meet job specifications and ensure proper safety setup. Operate Fabrication Equipment (30%) Run punch presses, brake presses, and forge furnaces with precision. Use bevellers and other shop tools to produce quality-formed components. Support Material Flow and Handling (15%) Move, stage, and organize materials using hoists and hydraulic/crank carts. Assist other operators as needed to maintain production efficiency. Perform Quality and Documentation Tasks (10%) Read blueprints accurately, complete quality audit sheets, and log labor details in Kronos and work orders. Contribute to Safety and Environmental Practices (10%) Follow company safety procedures and environmental policies. Participate in safety training, inspections, and improvements across the shop. Additional duties may be assigned as required by business necessity may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing to meet organizational goals and priorities.

Qualifications Education:

High school diploma or equivalent Ability to read and write Proficient in blueprint reading

Core Competencies Technical Skills:

Proficiently uses job-specific tools, systems, and procedures to perform tasks effectively.

Direction, Planning, Organization:

Sets clear objectives, aligns efforts, and manages time and resources to achieve results.

Responsibility:

Takes ownership of actions, tasks, and outcomes; follows through on commitments.

Collaboration:

Works well with others toward shared goals, contributing constructively to team efforts.

Judgment:

Makes sound decisions by evaluating facts, risks, and potential outcomes. EFCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands Level III Work:

Exerting up to 70 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently, and/or 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks with or with or without a reasonable accommodation:

Climbing:

Rarely Hearing, speaking: Continuously. Must communicate with others and discriminate sounds with machines

Vision:

Continuously Balancing:

Occasionally to Frequently depending on the work environment.

Standing:

Frequently to

Continuously Sitting:

Rarely to

Continuously Walking:

Frequently Forward bend in standing: Occasionally to Frequently Rotation in standing:

Occasionally Squatting:

Occasionally to

Frequently Kneeling:

Occasionally to

Frequently Stooping:

Occasionally to frequently Static postures: Occasionally to Frequently Right-hand Left-hand coordination: continuous with average eye/hand coordination

Reaching:

Frequently Crawling:

Occasionally Crouching:

Occasionally to Frequently Repetitive Motions

• Shoulders, elbows, wrists, hands, fingers: Frequently to Continuously Elevated work: Crown level 5 lbs up to 2 mins occasionally, and rarely 20 lbs up to 20 secs Floor to waist vertical lift: Frequently 25 lbs, occasionally up to 50 lbs Waist to crown vertical lift: Frequently 25 lbs, occasionally up to 50 lbs Horizontal carry: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally up to 50 lbs for 25 feet One hand carry: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally up to 50 lbs for 25 feet Push horizontally: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs, and Rarely up to 70 lbs for 20 feet Pull horizontally: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs, and Rarely up to 70 lbs for 20 feet One hand pull right hand: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs for 20 ft One hand pull left hand: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs for 20 ft Left hand repetitive coupling: Frequently 65 lbs, Occasionally up to 80 lbs Right hand repetitive coupling: Frequently 65 lbs, Occasionally up to 80 lbs Expertise in: Ability to regularly perform all job functions at company office or worksite Ability to withstand environmental conditions such as extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, noises.

Etc. Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required This role will work 100% onsite at our Des Moines, IA location. The company reserves the right to modify, update, change and/or make corrections to this job description, at the sole discretion of senior leadership, at any time during the employee's employment term, at the sole discretion of management. Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Account Health Savings Account Life and AD&D Insurance 401k Options Paid Time Off (PTO) Tuition Reimbursement 10 Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program (EAP) EFCO Culture and Safety Act with

INTEGRITY

by demonstrating honesty, responsibility, trustworthiness, and respect in all actions. Strive for QUALITY through continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making. Embrace

INNOVATION

by being self-aware, collaborative, and curious. Deliver

SUPER SERVICE

by creating value and consistently exceeding customer expectations. At EFCO, the health and safety of our team members, visitors, and contractors is an overriding priority and EFCO is committed to promoting a safe and healthy work environment by requiring all team members to participate in environmental, safety, and health program activities. This includes always wearing required personal protective equipment; participating in safety training; engaging in and supporting safety activities including reporting hazards, unsafe work practices & near misses, incidents involving property damage, and any/all injuries

• no matter how minor
• immediately to their supervisor or manager.
• EFCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. The company reserves the right to modify, update, change and/or make corrections to this job description, at the sole discretion of senior leadership, at any time during the employee's employment term, at the sole discretion of management. Quality | Integrity | Innovation | Super Service