Forge Hammer Operator

Ken Forging, Inc. is seeking highly skilled and motivated Forge Hammer Operators to join our manufacturing team and become a vital contributor to precision metalworking processes! In this role, you will operate heavy-duty forging hammers to shape and form metal components, ensuring high-quality production standards are met. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative manufacturing processes in a fast-paced environment.

Shift: 1st Shift and Overtime.

Duties:

• Start machines to produce sample work pieces, observe operations to detect machine functionality and to verify that machine setups produce visually acceptable forging parts.
• Working with Upsetters, and operation of closed-die forging machines equipped with a horizontal ram and gripping die to expand the end of the hot metal bar stock.
• The use of foot pedal operations, hand devices to operate equipment and press.
• Position hot bars in press or forge equipment using the proper PPE.
• Checking to see that all interlocked props and guards are in place, and plugs are connected to the proper electrical circuits.
• Have the ability to set up a forge hammer or press.
• Visually inspect the die to determine that there is no foreign material is in the die space.
• Keep work area clean and free of hazards.
• Use gages to check part specifications.
• The ability to use the fork lift and overhead cranes when properly trained.
• Assist in remove dies from machines when production runs are finished.
• The ability to work in a hot, noisy and fast pace atmosphere.
• Follow safety procedures diligently during machine operation and handling of materials to prevent accidents or injuries.

Requirements

• Heavy manufacturing experience preferred
• The basic ability to read, write and general math skills while using measuring devices such as gages, micrometers and calipers.
• The use of basic hand tools.
• The ability to work in a hot and noisy atmosphere.

Full benefits package available. 100% paid health insurance premiums. EOE

Candidates MUST apply by one of the following methods.

Indeed, company website: www.kenforging.com, mail or apply in person at:

Ken Forging Inc.

1049 Griggs Road, Jefferson, Ohio 44047

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Expected hours: 45.0 – 50.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What is your wage requirement?

Work Location: In person