Auto Punch Press Operator

ABB; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Vision plan

Life insurance

401k plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

ABB is seeking an Auto Punch Press Operator- Grade 18 (2nd Shift) for its NEMA Motors division in the Missouri area. The role requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and operating lamination presses with strict adherence to safety procedures.

You will be trained on all steps of the job, wear PPE, and follow blueprints and work orders to ensure quality output. The position is onsite with an hourly pay range of $22.70–$28.59, plus shift premiums for 2nd and 3rd shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform essential functions for 8 hours per day, 5 days a week.
• Must follow PPE protocols and safety guidelines.
• Must read work orders, blueprints, and labels to match parts to drawings.

Responsibilities

• Operate lamination auto press and perform lamination tasks per order.
• Inspect parts for burrs, chips, and defects before and after pressing.
• Ensure lubrication and proper machine setup; monitor safety stops and light curtains.
• Fill out Red Tag for non-con material and report any injuries or near misses.
• Maintain safe working area and report hazards to supervisor.

Skills

Lifting 50 lbs

Blueprint reading

Pallet jack operation

Safety compliance

Quality inspection

Attention to detail

Stamina to stand long hours

Tools

Electric pallet jack

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

This position reports to:

Manufacturing Manager - NEMA

Auto Punch Press Operator- Grade 18 (2nd Shift)

Essential Functions- Auto Press Operator Lamination

Auto Press Operators must be able to perform these functions in a manner that does not compromise their safety or the safety of coworkers. The auto press operator must be able to perform these tasks for a minimum of 8 hours per day, 5 days a week. If an employee is unable to perform these essential functions it is their responsibility to bring this to the attention of their supervisor, manager, or Human Resource Manager. In these situations, ABB will discuss and attempt to provide any reasonable accommodation that may be available.

Lamination Auto Press Operator

Operators will be trained in all steps of the job. Stretching exercises will be done at the beginning of every shift. Supervisor will go over Job Safety Analysis sheets, safety checklist, personal protective equipment (PPE) and instructions on performing daily clean up.

Requirements

• Manual lifting requirements up to 50 pounds.
• Operator will be trained on all steps of the job.
• Operator will be trained on operating electric pallet truck.
• Must know where Emergency Stops are located for the press you are running.
• Must check Emergency Stops and light curtains to be working properly.
• Verify the Press Release Form (QFSL-A001) is located at the press and is signed by a supervisor before running the press. Note: This must be done with each order.
• Visually inspect parts for burrs, chips, slug marks, bent teeth and missing features.
• Always inspect a part before running on continuous.
• Flatness must be checked 3 times per coil. ( back to back flatness check)
• Must verify inventory tags, coil #’s and blueprints match the work order.
• Match the part to the blueprint.
• Next you will be trained on how to feed the material through the straightner, feeder and up to the starting point in the die and slowly inch the material through the die.
• Always ensure the strip is receiving plenty of lubrication.
• Must keep an eye on the loop between the presses and scrap conveyor to be running.
• The operator will use an air wire twister to wire the stacks of lamination.
• At the end of the die run the operator will turn off the press, dereeler, straightner and the feeder.
• Must fill out a Red Tag for all Non Con material and move it to the Non Con area.
• Once the flywheel has stopped the operator will remove the end coil strip out of the die and save it to be sent to Tool Room with the die, then wipe all the oil off of the die and clean area thoroughly.
• Must work safely and pay attention to your surroundings and immediately report injuries, accidents and near misses to Supervisor.
• Ability to understand and follow all ABB safety policies, safety training and hazard communication information. This includes but is not limited to wearing proper personal protective equipment (PPE) such as: safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes, cut resistant gloves, and safety sleeves when required.
• Lift and or carry up to 50 pounds.
• Frequently grip with hands, turn, push, and bend, along with occasional reaching above shoulder level, and pulling.
• Ability to walk and/or stand for long periods of time and to keep up with the demanding pace of production.
• Possess the dexterity and hand-eye coordination to utilize various hand tools, power tools, and other equipment to complete a variety of complex task. Equipment includes but is not limited to: electric chain hoists, pneumatic shears, pneumatic wire twisters, electric pallet jacks, manual pallet jacks, and controls with knobs and buttons. The employee must also possess the ability to assist in performing press-line equipment set-up and clearing of die jams.
• Ability to comprehend and follow both written and verbal instructions. Ability to read, write, use a calculator. Must also have the ability to read and comprehend work orders, blueprints, inventory tags, and shipping labels.
• Ability to maintain regular work attendance, including arriving at work on time and remaining at work until the end of the schedules work day.
• Ability to work daily and weekend overtime, including overtime on short notice.

ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

This Position reports to:

Janes Pence (2nd Shift)

The work model for the role is:

Onsite

Hourly pay range: $22.70-$28.59

(Shift premium for 2nd & 3rd shift)

More about us:

ABB’s NEMA Motors Division is the global leading electric NEMA motors manufacturer. With more than 4,500 employees across the globe and seven manufacturing locations that produce more than 1.6 million motors every year, the division powers its customers from many industries with safe, reliable energy-efficient and effective solutions. NEMA Motors Division is a trusted leader with the shortest lead time and the broadest modularized product offering.

What's In It For You

We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

ABB Benefit Summary For Eligible US Employees

Health, Life & Disability

• Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
• Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
• Vision benefit
• Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
• Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
• Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums
• Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid
• Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
• Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
• Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
• Employee discount program

Retirement

• 401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
• Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)

Time off

ABB provides 11 paid holidays. Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.

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