Forge Press Operator

Precision Castparts; Uniontown (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Press Operator to join their dynamic team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for setting up and operating various shop presses, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards. Your expertise in operating induction and rotary furnaces will be crucial as you contribute to efficient production processes. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced environment where your skills will be valued. If you are passionate about manufacturing and ready to make an impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Must have prior press experience and ability to operate various presses.
• Knowledge of ISO procedures and safety rules is essential.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate all shop presses, ensuring safety and quality.
• Monitor production standards and maintain cleanliness of work area.

Skills

Press Operation

Safety Awareness

Induction Furnace Operation

Basic Metal Flow Knowledge

Preventative Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Tongs

Job description

JOB TITLE: PRESS OPERATOR

SUMMARY

• Sets up and operates all shop presses. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Sets up and operates a press using closed forging dies.
• Understands the operation of all presses, related equipment and equipment functions.
• Understands press safety.
• Can operate and setup induction furnaces.
• Understands and can operate gas and electric slot and rotary furnaces.
• Follows all applicable ISO procedures.
• Meets production standards.
• Keeps dies in alignment and makes adjustments to the machine as required for correct operation.
• Monitors the quality of forgings for worn or broken characteristics, improper trimming, or other conditions which would result in imperfect forgings.
• Makes sure equipment and work area are clean at the end of each shift.
• Performs daily activities in the safest possible manner and reports safety problems, both existing and potential, to supervisor.
• May assist in training new employees.
• Notifies immediate supervisor of any malfunctions in tooling, equipment or problems with the production crew.
• Controls the operation of the forging furnace, operates electric and/or other heating equipment.
• Makes all necessary re-strikes.
• Proper use of calipers.
• Familiar with basic metal flow and die design principles.
• Understands special characteristics of different metals.
• Has basic knowledge of press preventative maintenance techniques.
• Can operate all presses.
• Able to check match visually.
• Able to edge bars.
• Knows ISO procedures.
• Knows how to control scale.
• Able to complete paperwork properly.
• Proper use of tongs.
• Maintains good attendance record.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Must be able to perform essential duties with minimal supervision. Must have prior press experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Ability to read, comprehend and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions, safety rules and procedure manuals.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands and fingers to handle or feel. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly exposed to vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.