Forging Operator - 2nd Shift

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY in Chattanooga, TN seeks a Forging Operator for 2nd shift to run drop hammers and die forgers, and to support cell-based production.

You will interpret manufacturing prints, set up and run equipment, maintain quality, and work in a crew in a fast-paced environment while adhering to safety standards.

Strong readiness to lift up to 40 lbs, follow work orders, and keep a clean, organized workspace as you contribute to forged product output.

Qualifications

• Experience interpreting manufacturing prints and work orders.
• Ability to follow written or diagram instructions.
• Capability to set up equipment from drawings and run quality products.
• Lift/pull up to 40 lbs safely.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machines in the work center.
• Adjust parameters to produce acceptable parts.
• Set up and run trim presses.
• Verify product quality using prints and gauges.
• Work in a crew in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpret manufacturing prints

Follow written/oral instructions

Interpret drawings for setup

Lift up to 40 lbs

Job description

Career Opportunities: Forging Operator - 2nd Shift (3293)

Chattanooga Greenwood TN

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.