Cold Press Operator

Husqvarna Group; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Employee purchase discount

Education assistance program

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

Husqvarna Group is seeking a full-time Cold Press Operator for the second shift in Columbia, SC. The role involves utilizing machinery for cold pressing of powdered metal diamond segments, following strict safety and quality control procedures. Applicants should have strong basic math skills and previous experience is preferred. The position also requires lifting and handling of materials. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including medical and dental insurance from the start of employment, a 401(k) plan, and paid leave.

Qualifications

• Strong Basic Math Skills Required.
• Previous Experience Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilize tooling, equipment, and materials for cold pressing.
• Prepare cold press tooling and assembly of die parts.
• Ensure compliance with EPA and OSHA regulations.

Skills

Basic industrial math

Measurement using micrometer

Knowledge of precision balance

Job description

We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance at date of hire
• A 401(k) with matching and no vesting
• An employee purchase discount on Husqvarna products
• An education assistance program
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation and sick time

We have an opening for a full-time Cold Press Operator second shift with overtime and occasional Saturdays.

Job Description

Responsible for utilizing tooling, equipment and materials for cold pressing of powdered metal diamond segments. This position is critical for production of diamond segments to be used in blade and bit manufacturing.

2nd Shift Schedule

Monday - Thursday 2:30 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. and Friday 12:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Job Requirements

• Preparation of cold press tooling by measurement of height and parallelism.
• Assembly of die parts in the cold press machine.
• Removal and inspection of cold press dies from the machine.
• Follow company policies to ensure compliance of EPA and environmental regulations in the cold pressing process.
• Follow company policies to ensure compliance of OSHA Safety and Health Regulations in the cold pressing process.

Machinery

• Organization and selection of proper tooling to fulfill work requirements.
• Maintain general knowledge and familiarity with manufacturing equipment operation.
• Cleaning of equipment for preparation of subsequent orders.
• Setup and adjustment of cold press machine parameters.

Measurements

• Perform in-process quality checks on segments that include micrometer measurement of height, length and thickness.
• Segment weight will be measured with a precision electronic balance.
• Record quality and order completion data.
• Evaluate and confer with Quality Control on manufacturing process inspection techniques and standards.

Experience

Previous Experience Preferred. Strong Basic Math Skills Required.

Functional Skills and Knowledge

• Working knowledge of basic industrial math, metric system of weights and measurement; diamond tool design elements; using micrometer for measurements; and knowledge of precision balance for weight measurement.
• Frequently lifting up to 30 lbs. and occasionally lifting up to 40 lbs. Occasionally push/pull up to 15 lbs.

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Husqvarna is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, assignment, re-assignment, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline and termination. Husqvarna prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, disability, service member status or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.