Position Summary:

The Press Tender operates powered industrial vehicles such as lift trucks for the staging of baskets at machines and moving of materials throughout the building to support press operations.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be willing and able to work in an environment exposed to elements that can include but are not limited to coolant, dust, mist, elevated noise and uncontrolled temperatures.

Accountabilities:

• Maintain a clean, organized work area and operate equipment in accordance with established safety procedures and regulations.
• Monitor workflow and make production-based decisions while supporting the operation of multiple machines.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment as required.
• Remove excess materials and ensure they are properly sorted and stored in designated locations.
• Safely operate overhead cranes to load and move heavy materials.
• Support machine operators with production activities as needed to ensure efficient operations.
• Support press operations by monitoring shaker trays and scrap conveyor systems.
• Assist with die setup procedures and related production changeovers.
• Identify and report defective materials, equipment issues or questionable conditions to leadership.
• ​Maintain accurate material tag organization and ensure tags remain in the correct location for tracking and recording purposes.

Qualifications:

• 1+ year of manufacturing experience and prior forklift experience required.
• Ability to operate scan guns for material movement and inventory verification.
• Ability to safely lift, move and handle materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work successfully in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn manufacturing software and scanning systems.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools and precision measuring equipment such as tape measures, micrometers and calipers.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.