Press Operator

General Description: The chosen candidate will be responsible for assembling tools and building die sets for the forging process. The candidate will be part of a combined crew to work together in continuous improvement of tool performance, support production with adequate tooling and troubleshooting operational issues.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Replace Die Sets in Press
• Certify Die Sets to print prior to release for production
• Prep press bed for new Dies Sets
• Clean & rebuild Die Sets to print
• Operate a variety of hand tools to spot, grind, and finish hardened tools, as well as build, assemble, install and adjust automation transfer devices
• Work with press operators and process for continuous improvement of the process and tool performance
• Anticipate die and operation problems and work to eliminate them before they happen
• Maintain accurate documentation in computer based system
• Organize, manage, and maintain tool inventories

Requirements:

• Minimum 1 to 3 years work experience in a similar role with Die Set setups or Press Operations
• Ability to complete mathematical computations, problem solve, and troubleshoot
• Experience using calipers, indicator, and other basic measuring equipment
• Ability to read and interpret tool and assembly drawings
• Knowledge with tool material and properties

Skills Required:

• Replace Die Sets in Press
• Certify Die Sets to print prior to release for production
• Prep press bed for new Dies Sets
• Clean & rebuild Die Sets to print

Skills Preferred:

• Experience Required: Minimum 1 to 3 years work experience in a similar role with Die Set setups or Press Operations

Education Required: High School OR GED