Press Operator

Position:

Press Operator

Reports To:

Shift Supervisor

Position Summary:

Press Operators are expected to safely produce highly quality products by effectively executing manufacturing systems in relation to safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement.

Essential Duties:

In keeping with the policies and procedures of the organization, along with all relevant legislative authority, the Press Operator will:

· Have knowledge and support of all safety programs.

· Ensure and apply proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

· Promote a safe work environment.

· Operate all presses with transfer systems and progressive dies.

· Able to set up a job in the press based on Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for that press and specific job.

· Log into Plex and read all Quality and Safety alerts.

· Maintain quality standards and alerts, including visual defects on a continuous basis.

· Follow all directions and instructions given by Supervisor while operating the press or during downtime of the press.

· Immediately notify Lead/Supervisor of equipment failure or quality issue.

· Monitor press operation and visually inspects parts.

· Read and adhere to quality sections and maintains charts to ensure conformance to customer requirements.

· Complete the required production and quality documentation including proper tagging, daily reports, startup sheets and time reports in Plex.

· Remove all old labels from delivered bins, print labels from Plex and attach to bins.

· Package parts in shipping bins based on the customer requirements.

· Clear out scrap regularly from the press, conveyor, and area around the presses.

· Immediately notify Lead/Supervisor if there is a miss hit or steel feeding issue.

· Record keeping with respect to quality, productivity, and downtime.

· Always maintain a clean and uncluttered work area utilizing 5S Standards (Sort, Straighten, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain).

Education and/or Experience:

Must have previous experience as a Press Operator working on Transfer & Prog presses. It is preferred but not required that the Press Operator have at least a high school diploma or GED and 3-5 years of Manufacturing experience.

· Strong organizational and time management skills.

· Attention to detail and good judgement / analytical skills, combined with strong leadership skills.

· Able communicate professionally, verbally and in writing with all levels of team members and customers (if required).

· The ability to work well independently and as part of a team.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the general scope of the position. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position. It is specifically understood by the Employee in this position that the employer reserves the right to add or remove duties from this job description at any time.

Pay: $17.16 - $20.46 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person