Die Polisher/Corrector

Job Summary The Die Polisher/Corrector inspects, repairs, and maintains the extrusion dies used to shape aluminum profiles. Working in the die shop, this role collaborates with supervisors, press operators, and quality-control teams to diagnose and resolve die-performance issues. Technical expertise, precision, and a strong understanding of the aluminum extrusion process are essential to maximizing die life and maintaining production efficiency.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities Die Analysis and Correction

• Inspect samples of extruded aluminum to diagnose dimensional inaccuracies, flow inconsistencies, and surface defects.
• Use precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, gauges) and

accurately read and interpret resultsto verify die dimensions against design specifications.

• Determine and perform the repairs or modifications needed to restore dies to specifications.

Die Maintenance and Repair

• Correct and polish die bearings, feeder plates, and other tooling surfaces using hand tools and pneumatic grinders to improve metal flow.
• Perform routine maintenance, including caustic cleaning to remove aluminum buildup and nitriding to increase die hardness.
• Disassemble and reassemble multi-part die assemblies.
• Inspect tooling for stress cracks, excessive wear, or damage and carry out necessary repairs.

Data and Process Management

• Document die corrections and maintenance history in the plants computer system.
• Partner with press operators and managers to troubleshoot die problems during production.
• Communicate recommendations for improvements or design changes for future dies.

Safety and Equipment

• Operate and maintain die-shop equipment such as mills, sandblasters, and caustic systems.
• Safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipmentto move dies to and from the press line.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures, especially when working with hand tools, heavy equipment, and caustic chemicals.