Press Operator

Rogers, AR

Shift: 2nd, Monday - Friday, 3:00pm - 11:30pm

 

Job Summary and Mission:

Run multiple Osterwalder, Dorst, or PCT presses producing a quality product to blueprint specifications.

 

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate a multitude of CNC Carbide Presses which may include the following machines: Dorst, Osterwalder, or PCT. Computer controlled setup of these machines.


• Make adjustment to CNC programs as a part of setup.  


• Load and off-load trays from multiple presses.  


• Gage parts to insure proper dimensions.


• Scope parts to verify visual characteristics.  


• Selecting and weighing Tungsten powder for pressing into green parts.


• Separate scrap from good parts document accurately. 


•  Scan correct production information in Mii. Maintain tooling used in machines, resurfacing as needed.


• Operate other equipment as needed.


• Train new operators when required.


• Operators required to trouble shooting moderate to complex problems. 


• Do Quality Checks per Quality Inspection plan, verify powder and lot, verify tooling matches production order and press information sheet. 

Key Job Accountabilities:

• Commitment to working safely and understand all safety procedures. 


• Deviations in routine are handled according to operating procedures and/or work instructions.


• Operator responsible for following Press Data Sheet, assuring product is processed according to proper routings, specifications and that the quantity and style are correct.


• Work to meet daily departmental production goals. 


• Must be reliable and dependable. 


• Communicate safety, quality, product issues with supervisor, team members and across shifts. 

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required.


• 2 year technical degree preferred.


• 1+ years manufacturing experience required. Experience with CNC or PLC machine controls preferred.

Work Environment:

• Environment with controlled temperatures and dust collection systems.  


• Safety glasses with side-shields required. 


• Safety Shoes are required. 


• Gloves, cut resistant gloves when necessary. 

Physical Demands :

• Approximately 8-10 hours standing.  


• Intermittent walking, reaching, sitting, squatting, kneeling and bending.


• Lifting up to thirty-three (33) pounds. 

Problem Solving 

• Run orders by due date.


• Follow Press Data Sheet and Inspection Standards.


• Assignments and instructions communicated orally and carried out by standing guidelines.


• Must inspect tooling as required. 


• Moderate to complex problems solved by operator using learned knowledge of product type, production processes and in some cases, coordination with technical experts inside and outside of the plant. 


• Recurring problems and major decisions receive supervisor/lead attention.

 

Due to the nature of the operations at this facility, consideration as an applicant is limited to individuals who are either a US Citizen or a US Permanent Resident.   An expression of interest from anyone who is not a US Citizen or a US Permanent Resident will not proceed for consideration as an applicant.