Press Operator
KOBELCO ALUMINUM AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCTS LLC · Bowling Green, KY · 2 mo ago
On-siteManagementFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Promotes, maintains, and enforces safe and healthy working conditions for themselves and other KAAP employees in accordance with regulatory requirements and Company standards.
- 100%-part inspection following critical inspection criteria
- Interval measurements of WIP pieces and record them on the trend paperwork
- Be able to start, operate, & shutdown 6300T Sumitomo or 5000T Kurimoto press
- Check and fill any necessary lube or oil tanks using the appropriate material
- Accurately record all press production, scrap, & downtime on paperwork
- Communicate fault codes & report any changes in machine condition to maintenance
- Report any nonconformance to leadership using STOP, CALL, WAIT
Skills & Competencies
- Understanding and utilization of 5S concept
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Use of simple tools: wrenches, screwdrivers, pneumatic grinders, etc.
- Ability to solve practical problems and troubleshoot equipment issues
- Must be able to be certified after 180 hrs. of OJT training
- Able to perform repetitive and physically demanding tasks for extended periods, to include but not limited to lifting, walking, standing, stooping, pulling, and pushing
- Able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations; including wearing personal protective equipment
- Able to work in hot/humid, cold, dirty, & noisy industrial environment
- Basic computer literacy
- Ability to read and comprehend basic English
- Ability to follow instructions
- Ability to work in hot/cold environments
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to read, write, and communicate verbally
Education & Experience
- High school degree or GED equivalence
- 2 yrs. Forging experience preferred