Forge Helper

Job Description

Performs any combination of the following:

• Assists the forge operator with the forging process.
• Understands the operation of all hammers, related equipment and equipment functions.
• Understands hammer safety.
• Maintains production standards.
• Keeps dies in alignment and makes adjustments to the machine as required for correct operation.
• Makes sure equipment and work area are clean at the end of each shift.
• Operates the forging furnace, electric and/or other heating equipment.
• Makes all necessary re-strikes.
• Uses calipers correctly.
• Has basic knowledge of hammer preventative maintenance techniques.
• Able to check match visually.
• Able to edge bars.
• Able to complete paperwork properly.
• Maintains good attendance record.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education And/Or Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Must be able to perform essential duties with minimal supervision.

Language Skills: Ability to read, comprehend and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions, safety rules and procedure manuals.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly exposed to vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly exposed to vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

McWilliams Forge company

McWilliams Forge company is committed to hiring, promoting and transferring employees without regard to race, religion, color, national origin (where a person was born), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry (ethnic heritage), citizenship, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other reason prohibited by law. Decisions as to hiring, promoting or transferring employees should be based solely upon job-related qualifications.

In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans’ Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact McWilliams for assistance.