Press Operator

Set-up and operate hydraulic punch presses according to process instructions

Inspects products to verify conformance to specifications, including first piece inspection ensuring conformance to blueprint

Inspect dies, equipment and perform preventative and general maintenance on machinery

Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures, regulations, and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

Ensure all safety guarding is in place and properly working

Complete all safety sign-off sheets daily or as needed

Maintain clean and safe work environment

Complete tasks per interpreted specifications, blueprints, and job orders to run job orders accurately and maximize productivity

Document all required production data and verify completion of worksheet (completion of work instruction sheet, identification tags and data entry of labor transaction)

Perform other duties that may be assigned

Experience verifying dimensions of parts, using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, thread gauges, depth gauges, and / or fixed gauges

Basic computer skills

Ability to perform basic math – add, subtract, multiply whole numbers, fractions and decimals

Strong orientation toward quality, safety and continuous improvement

Strong attention to detail

Desire to learn new skills and improve technical knowledge

Ability to read and understand procedure, routers and instruction

Blue print reading preferred

Flexibility in work assignments

Demonstrated ability to effectively implement or respond to change

Must be able to continuously perform grasping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and walking

Must be able to handle continuous standing 8-10 hours daily

Must be able to perform frequent lifting up to 50 lbs. independently and up to 70 lbs. with assistance.

Must be able to work daily and weekly overtime as required.

Previous manufacturing experience preferred but not required