Press Set up & Operator - 1st Shift

Team: Lamination

Reports to: Lamination Team Supervisor

Primary Objective of Position:

The Press Set Up & Operator role is responsible for producing laminations and parts for subassemblies of motors and generators.

Skills Matrix:

The Press Set Up & Operator position is part of the Lamination Team skills Matrix. This position works as a team member utilizing and performing to the Lamination Team skills matrix, which outlines the comprehensive skills in the Lamination Team.

Major Areas of Accountability:

• Sets up and operates power punch presses for blanking, trimming, cutting, piercing and forming.
• Sets up and operates small blanking/piercing presses, shear, internal notching, external notching, large single trip presses, automatic presses, tool and die repair, production grinding and spot welder.
• Operates manual and automatic presses with blank or continuous rolls of sheet metal or other materials.
• Accurately and efficiently installs and aligns dies in presses according to drawings and/or specification of product part, making adjustments as needed.
• Selects proper dies, gauges, tooling, stops, etc. from a variety of tools.
• Uses equipment such as drill presses, torches, hand tools, micrometers, veneers and dial indicators.
• Completes necessary QA documentation.
• Works in other areas of the Lamination Team skills matrix, may stack assemblies and subassemblies.
• Demonstrates a commitment to Continuous Improvement by identifying opportunities in day to day work.
• Performs to ISO 9001 Quality Standards and abides to OSHA and EPA regulations.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• High School degree (required) with 1 year of relevant manufacturing experience (preferred).
• Ability to be certified in overhead crane, Jib crane and forklift operation.

Physical Requirements:·

• Routinely lifts and moves objects up to 50 lbs.
• Occasionally ascends/descends ladders and stairs.
• Occasionally works at heights or on platforms.
• Occasionally positions self in various works spaces, including low, tight or confined spaces.
• Routinely remains in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
• Routinely uses repetitive motions including the wrists, hands or fingers to operate machinery or tools.
• Occasionally moves from one work station to another to accomplish tasks

Salary

$17 - $22

Based on experience and qualifications

Pay Types

Voluntary weekend overtime.

Saturday is paid at time and a half, Sundays are paid at double time!

Job Type

Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. 

Full-time (Union)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance eligible your 1st day on the job
• 401K with Match 1st of the month following hire
• Quarterly Bonus Program payout potential
• Company paid Holidays (12)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued
• Company paid Short & Long Term Disability
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Paid Birthday (use anytime throughout the year)
• $6,000 annual Tuition Reimbursement program
• Company provided tools
• Uniforms (laundered), Safety Shoes & Glasses
• Secure, onsite free parking