Press Operator

HIROTEC AMERICA, Inc.; Fayetteville (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Company-paid uniforms

Climate-controlled environment

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturing company located in Fayetteville, Tennessee is seeking a Stamping Press Operator to set up and operate stamping presses, ensuring compliance with specifications. The role involves performing mechanical tasks, troubleshooting, and conducting quality inspections. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED along with stamping press experience preferred. Benefits include full-time employment, a climate-controlled environment, and a 401K with company match.

Qualifications

• One year of stamping press experience or training in automotive/manufacturing is preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Sound technical aptitude with understanding of stamping and automation.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate stamping press according to specifications.
• Perform mechanical tasks including die adjustments and troubleshooting.
• Conduct quality inspections to ensure standards are met.

Skills

Communication skills

Technical aptitude

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Overhead crane

Forklift

Job description

Overview

Stamping Press Operator HIROTEC Manufacturing America, located in Fayetteville, Tennessee, is part of the HIROTEC Group, headquartered in Hiroshima, Japan. HIROTEC Group delivers body-in-white closures, exhaust systems, flexible closure tooling, and stamping dies to automotive customers around the world. With a US headquarters in Auburn Hills, MI, HIROTEC Group operates 32 facilities in eight countries. Currently, we are seeking a Stamping Press Operator to become a part of the HIROTEC team.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for setting up and operating stamping press to produce products in accordance with customer specifications and instructions
• Complete mechanical tasks associated with die set-up, adjustments, breakdown, coil changes, die changeovers, etc
• Perform in-press troubleshooting
• Follow safety policies and procedures, including lock out tag out procedures
• Perform assigned work to time standards and quality and safety expectations
• Make routine decisions and use problem solving to troubleshoot and make minor repairs to press/die malfunctions or issues, or seek further assistance from supervisor or maintenance staff
• Examine the finished product to ensure no quality defects and that it meets customer and internal standards and specifications
• Perform first-piece and in-process quality inspections
• Maintain a constant watch of die and stock to prevent mishits and jamming of parts
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, remove excess material/scrap, apply lubricants as needed
• Report and document basic material, production, equipment, and/or quality control issues
• Complete required documentation/paperwork, manually or by data entry, accurately and timely
• Operate overhead crane and material handling equipment including forklifts
• Read work instructions and utilize measurement tools
• Other duties and projects may be assigned based on the operational objectives of the company

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and one year of progressive stamping press experience and/or training in automotive/manufacturing environment is preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• Overhead crane and forklift experience are preferred
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Sound technical aptitude with a thorough understanding of stamping, automation, and manufacturing applications and ability to resolve complex issues
• Experience preferred but willing to train candidate

Benefits

• Full-time employment in a climate-controlled manufacturing environment with benefits, 401K with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and company-paid uniforms

If you are hardworking, dependable, and enjoy a group environment, come join the HIROTEC Manufacturing America team. An excellent work environment and benefits await you!