• Operate forging press safely with a focus on quality;
• Set up forging press in accordance with setup cards and prescribed procedures;
• Make necessary adjustments for quality, tonnage, and ease of operation;
• Perform pre-operation inspections of press; take corrective actions where required and notify Supervisor and/or Maintenance of any malfunctions or deficiencies;
• Set up and maintain automation equipment;
• Visually inspect forgings during production; confer with Hot Inspector, Lead Person, and/or Supervisor regarding quality concerns;
• Direct, instruct, and assign crew members to ensure department objectives are achieved;
• Work under general supervision, exercising judgment when performing varied or unusual operations while following standardized procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 5 to 10 years of manufacturing experience as a press operator, i.e. punch, stamping, forge (preferred);
• Ability to lift and move equipment and materials weighing up to 50 pounds;
• Ability to read and understand blueprints;
• Ability to operate a forklift;
• Demonstrated ability to operate and set up mechanical presses and automation equipment:
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and work with others in a team environment;
• Working knowledge of Statistical Process Control methods and their applications;
• Frequently ascend/descend stairs and work platforms;
• Ability to operate hand tools as required;