Description

• ·         Learn the proper operation, set up, and tear down of presses and equipment and the proper handling of parts
• ·         Learn to set up straight all and flanged dies
• ·         Learn to adjust tooling and/or press for fill, kick off, weight, and speed
• ·         Must be able to properly operate/adjust molding and sizing presses and perform work in other areas as needed
• ·         Learn to read all blueprints and part prints
• ·         Must be able to move materials such as powder, tailings, skids, racks, tote boxes, baskets, tools, and parts
• ·         Follow special handling instructions
• ·         Maintain maximum production as determined by Supervisor
• ·         Notify Supervisor of unusual losses of powder of powder at presses, such as loose powder from shaker shoe, top of workspace or excessive powder and parts in tailing cans, or any irregularities in production or equipment
• ·         Report any tool breakage before removing any tools from the press
• ·         Be able to fill out and put in all necessary paperwork, including quality checks, routers, etc. whether on paper or in the computers, that is required for the job
• ·         Familiar with the location and use of procedures, instructions, and documentation used in the Molding Department
• ·         Must properly report, segregate, and identify parts/products that are non-conforming
• ·         Notify supervisor of any irregularities or needs of parts or supplies
• ·         Must communicate essential shift information with incoming shift person
• ·         Must be aware of current Quality Management System regarding Quality Policies and how their job activities affect the system
• ·         Keep presses and equipment clean, and area organized and free of debris
• ·         Must be able to work well with others
• ·         May be required to move powders, help in other departments, perform inspection functions
• ·         May be required to perform special clean-up of press pits, presses, tooling, tooling racks, and general cleanup of the plant
• ·         Perform other duties as assigned by manager/supervisor

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SKILLS NESSARARY

Good oral and written communication skills

Team player, able to work well with others

Must be organized

Must be dependable and keep a good attendance record

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Highschool diploma or general education degree (GED); must have a good mechanical aptitude; one to two years of related experience and/or training is a plus.

Summary

Set up all types of presses within the Molding Department, including mechanical presses, multi-action and hydraulic presses.