What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forging Associate - 2nd Shift position at Careers @ Hendrickson?
Major Responsibilities:
- Operate Die Assembly Press, Saw, Forge Press, Billet Feeder, and other associated equipment in forge area
- Perform forge die/ tooling setup, assembly, disassembly, rebuild, clean and refresh
- Responsible for induction heating process, basic trouble shooting, adjustments, etc.
- Setup and adjust die heaters, maintain appropriate die temperatures
- Operate overhead cranes to unload raw material and move dies/tooling
- Operate and perform basic trouble shooting of control systems like HMIs, robots, vision systems, weight scale and laser
- Verify product quality through dimensional measurements of parts as well as visual inspections
- Adjust and align saw blades to maintain the part quality
- Perform die lubrication alignments
- Disposition and document scrap, rework and rejected parts; maintain traceability of purchased, manufactured, and WIP raw materials in forge area
- Maintain, organize, and coordinate billet reheat process
- Perform preventative maintenance as outlined on preventative maintenance schedules
- Complete periodical and incidental machine maintenance in an accurate and timely manner
- Evaluate and document die wear
- Use of Statistical Process Controls while operating under our documented control plan.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in manufacturing environment with forging being a plus OR
1-2 years of experience in maintenance or technical position required
- Proficient in diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical, electronic, fluid power, mechanical and plumbing systems.
- Ability to read meters, prints, sketches, verbal instructions, and mathematical data for use with tooling, gauging, and fixturing.
- Good interpersonal skills, self-motivated, and must be able to work with minimal supervision.
- Must have experience using precision measuring tools/equipment, like micrometers and calipers
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate degree in Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related degreed program
- Previous experience in machining
- 2 years’ experience with troubleshooting/operating PLC’s/HMI’s
- Competent in computer entry and applications such as Microsoft-Office
- Basic understanding of GD&T, forging process, and automation
Hendrickson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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