Manufacturing Associate – 1st Shift

The Press Operator operates the press machine, packs parts, and inspects parts for defects. The Press Operator may also be required to repair defective parts and/or operate a forklift. The Press Operator reports directly to the Pressroom Supervisor.

Responsibilities:

• Support and follow the Company Safety Programs
• Support and follow quality & environmental programs
• Operate presses and perform start of shift inspection
• Insert sheet metal into presses
• Placing parts in racks and labeling accordingly
• Complete basic manufacturing documentation
• Trouble-shoot quality, press, and set-up problems
• Inspect parts as indicated in the PIP
• Achieve standard run rates
• Repair defects in production parts, e.g., pimples, buckles, lows, bad hems, etc
• Perform all other work as deemed necessary by supervision

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds
• Able to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with arm, hand, shoulder, back (bend, twist, etc.).
• ArtiFlex Forklift Operator’s license, if required

Job Location:

• Performed on plant floor

Equipment Used: Presses, shears, grinders, files, hammer, conveyor belts, drill, orbital sander, files, pry bars, body hammers, punches, pimple makers, safety glasses, ear plugs, arm guards, gloves. Electric or gas forklift if required