Punch Press Operator
About the Role
Sets up, operates, and troubleshoots punch presses for self and others. Responsibilities include checking parts dimensionally, setting up and maintaining auxiliary equipment such as straighteners and reels, and determining necessary tooling repairs at the end of a run. Maintains tool location and records of dies where applicable and generates move orders.
Responsibilities
- Set up, operate, and troubleshoot any and all types of punch presses.
- Visually check parts for obvious defects and dimensionally based on blueprints and layouts.
- Set up and maintain auxiliary equipment such as straighteners and reels.
- Determine necessary tooling, service, or repairs at the end of a run.
- Place and fasten tools in the machine according to layout instructions.
- Make required settings and adjustments to feeds, cams, tapping heads, speeds, and micro switches.
- Detect and analyze setup difficulties and make corrective adjustments to produce quality parts.
- Adjust air and knockouts for parts ejection and ensure setup adheres to safety standards.
- Make necessary machine adjustments using measuring tools like comparators, micrometers, vernier, protractors, scales, and gauging.
- Continuously check parts visually and dimensionally throughout the production run.
- Operate the machine and maintain the machine process, observing for stock misfeeds, improper parts ejection, and issues with reels and straighteners.
- Position parts containers to avoid damage.
- Notify stores of anticipated needs for containers and stock to avoid interrupted production.
- Maintain a neat and orderly work area.
- Check tooling at the end of the run for wear and broken details and write up repair orders.
- Maintain efficient storage areas to facilitate handling and storage of dies.
- Embrace and engage in the Manufacturing Operating System (MOS), including Safety & Behavioral Observation Process (BOP), 5S, Continuous Improvement (Kaizen), Tiered Accountability Process, Standard Work, Rapid Problem Solving (RPS), Built-In Quality (BIQ), Coaching, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and Knowledge Sharing.
Requirements
- 1 year of experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting 150 to 400 ton punch press equipment using progressive tooling.
- 1 year of experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting punch press equipment.
- Ability to understand and apply independent judgment in the use of comparators, protractors, micrometers, scales, and furnished gauges.
- Continuous visual attention required when operating equipment and sustained physical effort when setting up machines.
Skills
- Ability to analyze information and concepts.
- Ability to collaborate with others and work independently.
- Ability to identify key details.
- Troubleshooting skills.
- Good coordination, motor skills, and dexterity.
- Clear communication of information.
Benefits
- Immediate vacation and sick time.
- Immediate benefits including 401k/retirement matching programs, health, vision, and dental insurances, and an employee stock purchasing program.
- Potential for shift differential if applicable.
- Comprehensive benefits including life and health insurance, life assistance program, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability insurance, and vacation & holidays.
Pay
The hiring salary for this role is USD $33.32 per hour.
About the Company
Resideo is a global leader in smart home and building solutions, with trusted brands including Honeywell Home, First Alert, and Resideo. Our products and technologies are found in more than 150 million homes and businesses worldwide, focusing on intelligent climate solutions, security, sensing, water, and connected home technologies. Our global teams work across engineering, manufacturing, software, product management, supply chain, and customer experience to create innovative products that simplify and enhance everyday life.
Location: 1985 Douglas Drive North, Golden Valley, 55422, US (On-site)
Schedule: Full time