Hydroforming Press Operator- 1st shift

Center Industries; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Center Industries in Wichita, KS is seeking a Hydroforming Press Operator for the first shift (7:00 am – 3:30 pm). You will operate hydro press machines, read blueprints, inspect parts, and monitor production to maintain quality.

Starting wage is $22–$24 per hour with three scheduled wage increases in the first year. This role requires strength to lift up to 25 pounds, good hand-eye coordination, and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and production orders.
• Must be quality conscious and able to interpret specs and GD&T.
• Skilled in using precision measurement equipment and basic hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydro press machines according to production specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and production schedules to determine specifications.
• Inspect and measure finished products for quality and accuracy.
• Monitor production runs to detect and correct issues.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Quality consciousness

Precision measurement

GD&T interpretation

Hand tools use

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Communication

Tools

CNC tooling

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: WICHITA, KS 67217

Salary Range: $22.00 - $24.00 Hourly

Hydroforming Press Operator

Shift: 1st- 7am - 3:30pm

Starting Wage: $22 - $24 per hour with three scheduled wage increase the first year

• Operate hydro press machines according to production specifications
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and production schedules to determine the required specifications for each job.
• Inspect and measure finished products for quality and accuracy
• Monitor production runs to detect and correct any issues

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

The knowledge, skills and abilities 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.

• Ability to communicate machine problems, quality issues and other concerns or questions to departmental management
• Basic
• Must be quality conscious
• Ability to use and interpret precision measurement equipment
• Ability to interpret aircraft blueprints and engineering
• Ability to interpret specs
• Ability to interpret mylars
• Ability to interpret GD&T
• Knowledge of CNC tooling, ie end mills, drill bits, reamers, etc.
• Ability to use various/basic hand tools
• Moderate organizational skills
• Moderate time management skills
• Moderate problem-solving skills
• Ability to adapt to change
• Ability to multi-task
• Attention to detail
• Maintain a professional work atmosphere by being courteous, respectful and non-interfering with customers, co-workers, and management.

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.

• Lifting and carrying up to approximately 25 pounds
• Pushing and pulling up to approximately 25 pounds
• Reaching
• Overhead reaching
• Ambulatory
• Standing for long periods of time
• Sitting for long periods of time
• Bending
• Twisting
• Stooping
• Crouching
• Kneeling
• Squatting
• Extensive repetitive motions in wrists, hands and/or fingers
• Fine manipulation
• Grasping
• Squeezing
• Vibrating hand tools
• Good hand-eye coordination
• Good visual acuity

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Production area subject to seasonal temperature fluctuations
• Moderate level of noise
• Vibrations and moving parts on machines and hand tools
• Moderate fumes/chemicals although good ventilation is provided
• Concrete floors
• Exposure to machine sparks
• Exposure to metal chips and/or shavings

Center Industries is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status