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72999.05 – Die setters

Die setters select dies for forging according to work order and specifications; position align and bolt dies to ram and anvil of power presses and hammers. Apprentices are also included in this occupation.

Overview

Example job titles

  • Die setter

Core competencies

  • Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment to oversee machinery and equipment during production runs, for optimal performance, identifying any malfunctions and making necessary adjustments
  • Operation and Control to monitor and adjust machine settings and operations to maintain production quality by interpreting machine data and making real-time adjustments to processes based on established guidelines
  • Arm-Hand Steadiness to attach dies securely with bolts using steady hands so the bolts are tightened correctly without cross-threading or over-tightening
  • Manual Dexterity to position, align and bolt dies to the ram and anvil of power presses and hammers
  • Attention to Detail to meticulously verify specifications, measurements and tolerances during setup and adjustments, ensuring precision in die alignment and functionality
  • Knowledge in Manufacturing, Processing and Production to understand manufacturing processes, focusing on simple machine setups, handling tools and understanding standard safety protocols

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

  • Select dies for forging according to work order and specifications; position align and bolt dies to ram and anvil of power presses and hammers.

Additional information

  • There is little or no mobility among occupations in this unit group.
  • Progression to supervisory positions is possible with experience.

Similar occupations classified elsewhere

Exclusions:

  • Welders and related machine operators (72106)

NOC hierarchy breakdown

NOC version

NOC 2021 Version 1.0

Broad occupational category

7 – Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations

TEER

2 – Occupations usually require a college diploma or apprenticeship training of two or more years; or supervisory occupations

Major group

72 – Technical trades and transportation officers and controllers

Sub-major group

729 – Others technical trades

Minor group

7299 – Others technical trades

Unit group

72999 – Other technical trades and related occupations

Occupational profile

72999.05 – Die setters

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