Hot Form Operator - 3rd Shift

Barnes Group; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes Group in Ogden, UT is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Technician to load dies, adjust presses, and monitor temperatures, tonnage, and time on a hot form press. You will follow the router, prepare materials, and ensure product specifications are met.

This role requires at least one year in manufacturing, familiarity with safety standards, and ability to read work orders and MSDS sheets. You must be willing to train on day or swing shift; consistency and teamwork are essential, with

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in a manufacturing environment.
• Understand work orders and specifications for each job.
• Knowledge of complex assemblies and processes.
• Follow safety requirements in hot forming areas.
• Operate grinders, presses, welding tools and related equipment.
• Able to work up to 1700 degrees periodically.
• Understand MSDS sheets and procedures.
• Basic computer and recordkeeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and loads dies into the hot form press per router.
• Adjusts temperature, tonnage and pressure per planning.
• Prepares metal sheets to meet specifications.
• Monitors temperature, tonnage, pressure and time on the press.
• Removes part after cooling using pry bars and tools.
• Visually inspects parts with measuring tools for accuracy.
• Uses grinding, plasma cutting and welding to correct defects.
• Assists team with lifting, moving and positioning parts.
• Keeps area clean and records actions in project documents.
• Adheres to safety standards and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Read work orders

Complex assemblies

Safety awareness

Equipment operation

High temp tolerance

Stamina in PPE

Documentation literacy

Basic computer skills

Communication

Time management

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Grinders

Hot form presses

Welding equipment

Pry bars

Shims

Air hoses

Impact guns

Mechanic tools

Job description

Hours: Monday - Thursday 10pm-7:30am, Friday 10pm-6:30am (alternating Friday off)

MUST BE WILLING TO TRAIN ON DAY OR SWING SHIFT

Core Responsibilities:

• Prepares and loads dies into the hot form press according to the router, using die blocks and die pins, and the air nozzle to eliminate debris.
• Adjust temperature, tonnage, and pressure according to the planning, using the planning and the several different gauges on the hot form.
• Prepare material metal sheets, using the work order ensure that the product meets the necessary specifications outlined in the planning.
• Monitor temperature, tonnage, pressure and time according to the router, using the several different gauges on the hot form press.
• Pull metal out of press after allotted time to cool, using pry bars and basic mechanic tools, like wrenches.
• Visually inspect for any imperfections, flaws, pits, and guarding, using micrometers, contour gauges, scales, and other measuring tools to ensure the accuracy of weight, height, and depth of product.
• Use grinding, plasma cutting and welding tools to eliminate any imperfections in the part.
• Assist others in team with lifting, moving and removing of parts when needed.
• Clean area and tools that are used in area. Record all actions in a project in a database and on company approved documentation.
• Learn and adhere to required safety standards and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum one (1) year of a strong manufacturing background.
• Have a thorough knowledge of specifications and the different requirements of all work orders.
• Have general knowledge of complex assemblies.
• Familiar and understands the safety requirements in the hot form arena.
• Understands and able to utilize grinders, a variety of hot form presses, welding equipment, pry bars, shims, air hoes, impact guns, and a variety of mechanic tools.
• Able and willing to be subject to 1100-1700 degrees periodically throughout the day.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time in a PPE suit, helmet and gloves.
• Locate, read and understand process procedures and instructions.
• Understand and utilize MSDS sheets.
• Basic computer and recordkeeping skills.
• Interact and communicate in a professional and effective manner with all levels employees.
• Schedule and organize time and tasks effectively
• Ability to work in a challenging and schedule driven environment
• Strong organizational skills.

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required