Forging Operator - 2nd Shift

Columbus McKinnon; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Chattanooga, TN, seeks dedicated operators for forging machines. Responsibilities include setting up and operating equipment, ensuring product quality, and maintaining safety standards. Candidates should have prior forging experience and the ability to work well in a team environment. This position requires lifting up to 40 lbs and following safety protocols. A positive attitude and willingness to learn are essential qualities for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Previous forging experience preferred.
• Must maintain a safe work environment and a positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn is essential.

Responsibilities

• Setup and operate all machines and equipment in the work center.
• Adjust machines as necessary to produce an acceptable product.
• Verify product quality using manufacturing prints and gauges.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace.

Skills

Ability to interpret manufacturing prints

Ability to work in a crew environment

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs safely

Job description

Overview

The purpose of this position is to provide forged products produced on crew-serviced drop hammers and die forgers. These positions operate various work centers comprised of multiple pieces of equipment arranged in work cells. Many products are produced using combinations of forging machines and auxiliary equipment in these cells.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Setup and operate all machines and equipment in this work center.
• Adjust as necessary to produce an acceptable product.
• Must be able to set up and run a variety of trim presses.
• Verify product quality by using manufacturing prints and gauges.
• Must be able to work in a crew and fast paced environment.
• Wear proper personal protective equipment as required for this work center.
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

• Must be able to interpret documents such as manufacturing prints and work order packets.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to interpret drawings and work order packets to setup equipment and run acceptable products.
• Ability to lift/lower/push/pull up to 40 lbs. safely.

Required Qualifications

• Previous forging experience preferred. Most maintain a safe work environment, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn.