Press Operator

Job Summary and Mission

Run multiple Osterwalder, Dorst, or PCT presses producing a quality product to blueprint specifications.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a multitude of CNC Carbide Presses which may include the following machines: Dorst, Osterwalder, or PCT.
• Computer controlled setup of these machines.
• Make adjustment to CNC programs as a part of setup.
• Load and off-load trays from multiple presses.
• Gage parts to insure proper dimensions.
• Scope parts to verify visual characteristics.
• Selecting and weighing Tungsten powder for pressing into green parts.
• Separete scrap from good parts document accurately.
• Scan correct production information in Mii.
• Maintain tooling used in machines, resurfacing as needed.
• Operate other equipment as needed.
• Train new operators when required.
• Operators required to trouble shooting moderate to complex problems.
• Do Quality Checks per Quality Inspection plan, verify powder and lot, verify tooling matches production order and press information sheet.

Key Job Accountabilities

• Commitment to working safely and understand all safety procedures.
• Deviations in routine are handled according to operating procedures and/or work instructions.
• Operator responsible for following Press Data Sheet, assuring product is processed according to proper routings, specifications and that the quantity and style are correct.
• Work to meet daily departmental production goals.
• Must be reliable and dependable.
• Communicate safety, quality, product issues with supervisor, team members and across shifts.

Education and Experience

• A High School Diploma or GED required.
• A 2-year technical degree preferred.
• 1+ years manufacturing experience required.
• Experience with CNC or PLC machine controls preferred.

Work Environment

• Environment with controlled temperatures and dust collection systems.
• Safety glasses with side-shields required.
• Safety Shoes are required.
• Gloves, cut resistant gloves when necessary.

Physical Demands

• Approximately 8-10 hours standing.
• Intermittent walking, reaching, sitting, squatting, kneeling and bending.
• Lifting up to thirty-three (33) pounds.

Problem Solving

• Run orders by due date.
• Follow Press Data Sheet and Inspection Standards.
• Assignments and instructions communicated orally and carried out by standing guidelines.
• Moderate to complex problems solved by operator using learned knowledge of product type, production processes and in some cases, coordination with technical experts inside and outside of the plant.
• Recurring problems and major decisions receive supervisor/lead attention.

Due to the nature of the operations at this facility, consideration as an applicant is limited to individuals who are either a US Citizen or a US Permanent Resident.

Kennametal Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.