Hot Form Press Operator - C Shift

Ducommun Incorporated; Parsons (KS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent culture

Paid vacation and sick time

401K match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Annual bonus plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ducommun Incorporated in Parsons, KS seeks a Hot Form Press Operator for the C Shift to form and weld metal parts using heavy-duty presses. You will read blueprints and work orders, install dies, and set tooling per internal procedures to ensure quality parts.

Responsibilities include adjusting tonnage, operating the press and argon system, collecting SPC data, and maintaining cleanliness and safety in a high-precision environment. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and work orders.
• Ability to operate forklift and hoist equipment safely.
• Familiarity with calipers, height gauges, and scales for measurement.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and follow work orders, tools, and engineering data.
• Acquire required tooling using internal procedures.
• Operate hydraulic and mechanical presses and install dies.
• Adjust press stroke and tonnage to form parts within spec.
• Operate automated argon system where applicable.
• Check own work and take first part to quality inspection.
• Collect SPC data and maintain parts within control limits.
• Handle hazardous waste responsibly and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Forklift operation

Hoist operation

Measuring instruments

Multi-tasking

Policies & procedures

Communication skills

Teamwork

Software literacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Hoist

Calipers

Height gauge

Scales

Job description

Hot Form Press Operator - C Shift

Sets up and operates heavy duty power press to bend, form, and straighten metal plates, formed sheet metal, structural shapes, and weldments.

Who are we?

Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed.

Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications.

Our Facility in Parsons, Ks manufactures precision parts for passenger and military aircraft. Travelers around the world count on our employees for their commitment to quality.

Why Ducommun?

• Excellent company culture – as recognized by Newsweek’s Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces


• Clean working environment


• Opportunity for career growth


• Great benefits including paid vacation and sick time, 401K match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, annual bonus plan, and tuition reimbursement

Job Summary

• Read, interpret, and follow work orders, mylars, check fixtures and other engineering data.


• Acquire required tooling by using internal procedures.


• Operate hydraulic and mechanical presses.


• Properly install dies into press.


• Adjust press stroke and tonnage.


• Operate automated argon system.


• Check own work and take first part to quality inspection.


• Collects SPC data according to the control plan attached to the work order.


• Makes any adjustments necessary to maintain quality parts within control limits for SPC.


• Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in their work area.


• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints is preferred.


• Ability to operate a forklift and hoist.


• Ability to use measuring instruments including but not limited to calipers, height gage, and scales.


• Ability to multi-task is a must.


• Read and understand internal procedures and policies.


• Understand and follow through on both verbal and written instructions.


• Team oriented with a continuous improvement outlook.


• Able to learn newscreens, reports, functions and simple software programs with assistance.

Required Experience and Education

• High School Diploma; up to 3 years related experience in job function and/or training; equivalent combination of education and experience

This is a generic job posting for a Hot Form Operator. Depending on the candidate’s skills, qualifications and experience, they will be hired into an entry (I) level, intermediate (II) level or expert (III) level job and pay scale.

Equal Opportunity EmployerVeterans/Disabled

3333 Main Street
Parsons, Kansas, 67357
United States