Machine Operator (Press)

Responsibilities

• Performs machine operation and limited dimensional inspection to detect defects or equipment malfunction.
• Willingly accepts and actively engages in certification process training and requirements.
• Executes press operation to accomplish stated quality and productivity goals.
• Recognizes and identifies suspect and non-conforming parts.
• Recognizes and identifies high failure risk process events.
• Stops the process if expected quality outputs are not realized.
• Escalates issues to management if supervisors are not responsive to concerns.
• Fed the steel into the die, fill press lubrication systems ensuring the accuracy of the lubrication in use versus specifications.
• Assists in die change activities, as applicable.
• Performs minor repairs and preventive maintenance duties.
• Listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunctions.
• Discusses machine operation variations with supervisors or other maintenance workers to diagnose problems and/or repair machines.
• Completes and documents in-process inspections as detailed on Operator Checklists.
• Conducts mistake-proofing validation processes also as required.
• Affirmatively assures proper use of all appropriate safeguarding and safety features at all times.
• Reports inventory and labor data to maintain accurate and timely records.
• Accurately and legibly completes Move Tickets to indicate inventory counts, job orders, completion dates, etc.
• Accurately completes and documents tooling performance on Die Repair Tickets.
• Participates in the continuous improvement of the Press Room with suggestions for material and parts flow, quality or process improvements, safety suggestions, mistake proofing, etc.
• Maintains and promotes a clean and safe work center environment.
• Participates in work center readiness audits and verifies the receipt and proper documentation of all required approvals in advance of beginning production job orders.
• Performs various other duties from time to time required by the Production Manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent with appropriate relevant experience.
• Vocational training or apprenticeship completion desired.
• The position involves constant visual effort and concentration. The work requires standing and bending, and repetitive motions. It requires the ability to work and concentrate under conditions of loud noise and distractions.
• Lifting of 40 pounds is required, as well as the ability to grip and use hand tools.
• Strong attention to detail and relentless toward safety.
• Basic knowledge of metal stamping equipment operation.
• Basic knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) concepts, and ISO/TS16949 quality standards.
• Willingness to be held accountable for results.
• Self-starter, conscientious, with excellent attitude and attendance.
• Good math skills; ability to calculate and comprehend necessary math concepts.
• Ability to complete required paperwork through basic reading and writing skills.
• Team player and able to work with production as well as management.
• Customer focus through quality-mindedness is mandatory.
• Flexible and willing to adjust job schedule given customer and production schedule demands.
• Utilizes and cares for equipment as if it is owned by the employee.