Manipulator Forge Operator

Primary Responsibilities

• Verifies correct dies are being used.
• Loads material in furnace to be forged and pull from the furnace and charge into press.
• Assists with die set up, tear down, trim operation, checking furnace temperature for correct setting, ensure parts are stamped, pulling baskets and putting back in quench tank where applicable.
• After removing, air cool, water quench, fan cool or trim as applicable.
• Build blockers, grippers, staging for 14K dies.

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficiency in operating a manipulator and positioning materials into the press,

ensuring correct die usage.

• Ability to load materials into furnaces for forging and safely remove them for

subsequent cooling or trimming processes.

• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to adhere to safety guidelines and wear appropriate personal protective

equipment (PPE) as required.

Education

• High school diploma or GED and 3+ years related experience and/or

training; or equivalent combination of education and experience will be

considered.

EXPERIENCE:

• Work experience in operating heavy equipment is beneficial.
• Relevant work experience operating machine tools, including numerical control and manual lathes, and machining centers
• Proficiency in reading blueprints, interpreting specifications, and understanding machine instructions.
• Experience operating a forklift is preferred.

WORK CONDITIONS:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. TRAVEL: No

HOURS: 1ST 2ND 3RD Other: : Must be able to work any shift. 1st shift 6am-2pm, 2nd shift 2pm – 10pm, 3rd shift 10pm – 6am