Press Operator

About The Role

Amsted Automotive, Sterling Heights, is seeking a Press Operator for their 1st shift (7:00 am - 3:00 pm), with options for Afternoon (3:00 pm - 11:00 pm) and Midnight (11:00 pm - 7:00 am) shifts, both with a 15% shift premium.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for equipment operation including press transfer, feeder, etc.
• Part of the set up/changeover team
• Operate press in production mode to meet production goals
• Visually look over parts to assure proper quality. Notify Production, Quality, Leader, or Supervisor of quality or press related problems
• Perform quality checks and use checking fixtures to maintain high quality parts
• Maintain 5S Standards
• Fill out daily production reporting paperwork and visual Downtime Boards
• Serves in the capacity of wastewater handler commensurate with completion of proper environmental training
• Additional duties as assigned
• Adapt and promote Lean Manufacturing principals
• Active participant in the Elimination of Waste Team meetings
• Support the Company’s Goals and Objectives

Requirements

• Requires at least three months of knowledge of press and feeder operations
• Usage of a computer and other productivity machinery such as control panels
• Possess working knowledge of IATF16949, ISO 14001, and Q1 compliance criteria
• Experience in a fast paced, automotive manufacturing environment

Qualifications

• High School or better education preferred

Skills

• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Flexible: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Incentive Bonus
• Medical, Vision, Dental
• Prescription Drug Plan
• 401K
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Short-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health and Wellness Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Discount Programs