FORGE OPERATOR

100Hires, Inc.; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock awards

401(k) match

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

HSA with company contributions

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amsted Rail in Petersburg, VA seeks an operator for our Forging Department. You will set up and operate forging lines to produce quality forgings in accordance with Amsted Rail's standard work instructions.

Daily duties include measuring dimensions with gauges, inspecting parts for defects, assisting with line changeovers, using hand and power tools, lifting components, and monitoring conveyors. You will document production data and maintain safety and communication with team.

Qualifications

• Must pass pre-employment drug & background screening.
• Lift 10–50 lbs.
• Wear department PPE provided by employer.
• Stand and move regularly during shift.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate forging lines to produce quality forgings.
• Measure dimensions with gauges per specifications.
• Check work for defects and conformity.
• Assist with changeovers for different lines/cells.
• Select and safely use hand and power tools.
• Lift and position machine components.
• Monitor transfer conveyors for proper operation.
• Listen to machines and adjust settings as needed.
• Adjust machine parameters and respond to malfunctions.
• Record production run data in the company system.
• Understand sequences and dimensions of finished parts.
• Maintain communication with operators, setup personnel and supervisors.
• Perform department-specific tasks: start programs on machine control units; perform preventive maintenance; troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Industrial experience

Job description

We have an opening for operator in our Forging Department. In this role you will set up and operate forging lines to produce quality forgings, in accordance with Amsted Rail's standard work instructions.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSTo accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without accommodation.Adhere to plant-wide safety, ergonomics and environmental requirements defined by Amsted Rail; outlined by the Amsted Rail Health & Safety programMeasure dimensions of processed work pieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using gauges, in accordance with the departmental quality planCheck condition of work for defectsAssist Setup personnel with changing over of work, attachments for various work lines/cellsSelect and safely use hand and power toolsLift machine components and position manually or with hoists or cranesMonitor transfer conveyors for proper operationListen to machines during operation to detect sounds such excessive vibration and adjust machines to compensate for problemsAdjust machine parameters using manual or automatic settings, change or adjust machine controls when machines malfunction or parts fall out of conformanceRecord production run information in the company computer systemUnderstand operational sequences and dimensions of finished work piecesMaintain strong communications with fellow operators, setup personnel and supervisorsMaintain high performance during changes in physical demands and environmental conditionsPerform other duties as assignedDepartment Specific Functions:Select program into machine control units to start operationPerform preventative maintenance tasks on equipmentTroubleshoot part compliance and equipment problemsTo be considered a candidate must be able to meet the following qualifications:Successfully pass a pre-employment drug & background screeningLift, push & pull 10 to 50 lbs.Wear department required, employer provided, personal protection equipment (PPE)Be able to regularly stand and move throughout the department and shiftMechanical aptitude and prior industrial experience a plusWhy Choose Amsted Rail Petersburg?Employee Ownership: Annual stock awards (10% of compensation)401(k) Match: Up to 4% dollar-for-dollarComprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA with company contributions, life insurance, disability coverage, and pet insurance available after 30 daysCompetitive Pay: Competitive hourly rate, experience pay considering prior experience, plus annual bonus eligibility potential, and pay for skillCareer Growth: On the job training, pay for skill and advancement opportunitiesWork-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at 3 weeks of PTO, 11 paid holidays, M-Th schedule (5:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.)Additional Offerings: Tuition Reimbursement, Referral Bonuses, Employee Discount ProgramsAmsted Rail’s commitment to Affirmative Action:Amsted Rail is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.To review our EEO Policies or to request assistance please go to www.amstedrail.com/careers/ and select EEO Compliance/Statements. To learn more about us, please visit us online at www.amstedrail.com.#ff-dd-ov