Press Operator

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a hydraulic press for routine established work.
• Select correct tooling for the job task with setup documents or supervisor/lead assistance.
• Load, install and correctly set up the tools required with some assistance from supervisor/lead.
• Perform assigned work to time standards and quality expectations.
• Account for time and work completed via data collection system.
• Safely operate a forklift to handle materials and completed work.
• Make routine decisions and use problem solving to resolve basic manufacturing issues or seek assistance.
• Report and document basic material, production and quality control issues.
• Participate in equipment preventative maintenance at the operator level.

Qualifications

• Must have strong metal press forming and basic fabrication background.
• Minimum 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly desired.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of fabrication, hydraulic press and/or punch operations including basic set up is desired.
• Competent at basic dimensional measuring and able to quickly learn the use of precision measurement tools.
• Demonstrated competency in basic shop math.
• Basic ability to read and understand blueprints and other shop drawing aids.
• Ability to work with various types of metal forming constraints with guidance.
• Previous experience with overhead crane use is desired.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Flexible and responsive with a strong teamwork orientation.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Desire to learn new skills and improve technical knowledge.
• Strong orientation toward quality, safety and continuous improvement.
• Able to work well in a fast paced environment to meet team expectations.
• Commitment to quality and accuracy of work performed.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively implement or respond to change.
• Understanding and support of Company policies and procedures.
• Safety conscious behavior.

Physical Requirements

• Lift, carry, push and or pull 1 – 150 lbs. frequently.
• Squat/kneel, bend/stoop, twist/turn, grasp and reach overhead and outward frequently.
• Sit, stand and walk for 1 – 10 hours per day.
• Ability to work in a 55 – 98 degree Fahrenheit work environment.
• Work in a fast paced industrial environment wearing hearing protection, vision protection, hard hat, steel-toed shoes and other appropriate protective clothing.