Punch Press Operator

This role is for Day Shift: Mon-Thurs, 4:00am - 2:30pm.

Leatherman Tool Group, the leading manufacturer of multi-tools, is seeking talented individuals to join our growing team. With a rich heritage of craftsmanship and a commitment to delivering exceptional products, you'll be part of a culture that values innovation, creativity, and continuous improvement. We prioritize quality, environmental responsibility, and operational excellence in our manufacturing processes. Join us at Leatherman Tool Group and contribute to our mission of creating innovative tools that empower people to take on the expected and unexpected, resulting in real tales of triumph.

Position Summary

Operate and set up various Punch Presses (Fineblank Presses, Conventional presses), and support equipment to achieve production of parts to manufacturing component prints.

Essential Functions:

• Operate all presses in the area.
• Perform difficult set-ups and changeovers on presses to close and complex tolerances.
• Monitor output and proper operation of equipment. Makes mechanical and/or program adjustments to ensure parts are meeting quantity and quality requirements as necessary.
• Partner with die maintenance on complex troubleshooting issues.
• Conduct regular quality audits of parts produced by measuring and inspecting components to tight tolerances. This includes visual defects, pits, scratches, die break, die tear, incomplete stamp details, and any other specifications.
• Load and unload coils of steel.
• Operate and clean stock straighteners.
• Clean and lubricate machines following manufacturer standards and procedures.
• Operate CMM and enter CMM data.
• Fill out and complete all necessary forms and documents.
• Operate various powered industrial trucks (forklifts, electric pallet jacks).
• Operate overhead and jib cranes.
• Perform routine TPM on all required equipment.

Additional Functions:

• Prepare recommendations to modify processes to improve productivity and quality.
• Perform duties of Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 operator as necessary.

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of Fineblank and progressive die operation and components.
• Two years formal technical training and one year work experience in manufacturing environment or three years technical job experience with progressively complex machining assignments required, five years preferred.
• Forklift and crane experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Level 1 and 2 operations in related work area.
• Advanced machine operation and mechanical knowledge including the ability to set up and change over various types of equipment required.
• Basic knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and production systems preferred.
• Ability to effectively utilize basic shop math skills required.
• Ability to read, comprehend, speak and write English at a level to effectively utilize and interpret MSDS’s, work instructions, and technical manuals.
• Advanced inspection and measuring skills required, including knowledge of measuring devices including optical comparators, hardness testers, and height gauges.
• Basic blueprint reading and computer skills required.
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) required.
• Demonstrated skills in rate control required.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently sit; use hands to handle, grasp, or keyboard; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee occasionally stands or walks; climbs; stoops or crouches; and pushes/pulls. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

The employee frequently lifts and/or moves up to 55 lbs. The employee frequently pushes/pulls an average of 40 lbs., and occasionally pushes/pulls up to 70 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Working Conditions/Physical Hazards

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently exposed to production environment. Work area is clean and well-lit. All employees are expected to adhere to Company safety policies and wear personal protective equipment when exposed to work areas or performing tasks where it is required.

We care about the Health and Wellbeing of our Employees

Leatherman believes having healthy employees contributes to a healthy and productive workplace and community. While we're all responsible for our own overall health and well-being, Leatherman works toward helping employees make healthy lifestyle choices and changes that improve their health and overall quality of life through its many Health and Wellbeing Resources.

• Medical/dental/vision
• Free/low-cost on-site primary care health center
• 401(k) plan with 4% company match
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Behavioral health programs
• Pet insurance
• Onsite health coaching
• Lifestyle and fitness programs
• Tuition assistance (Up to $5,250/yr)
• Employee volunteer program
• Employee discounts
• Onsite fitness center
• Paid time off

Core Values

We have integrity in everything we do. We pursue excellence. We empower each other to reach our full potential.

Mission   

Inspire, equip, and prepare everyone with innovative tools to take on the expected and unexpected. 

Vision   

Be the most useful brand in the world.

Leatherman Is An Equal Opportunity Employer

For more information on Leatherman, visit our Careers page:

https://www.leatherman.com/careers

Salary : $5,250