Press Operator

Jobtailor; Illinois; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Extrusion Press Operator to safely run copper extrusion processes in a 12-hour shift. You will lead setup, perform pre-start checks, operate the press, and record production data in the MES system.

You will also schedule maintenance, manage wear-based replacements, and coordinate with the press crew and other departments to ensure safety and efficiency on the line.

Qualifications

• Experience operating extrusion machinery and supporting equipment.
• Ability to read measuring devices such as micrometers and calipers.
• Proficiency with MES systems and manual data entry.
• Commitment to safety rules and quality processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate extrusion press safely to form shells from copper billets.
• Organize the press crew for start-up and shutdowns.
• Perform pre-startup checks on heat, pumps, valves, and nitrogen flow.
• Enter production and downtime data into MES daily.
• Schedule maintenance and part replacements based on wear data.
• Maintain housekeeping and clean equipment after shifts.
• Communicate with supervisors and other teams about needs and performance.

Skills

Extrusion Press Operation

Needle Scaler Operation

Grinder Operation

Die Grinder Operation

Micrometer Reading

Caliper Reading

Pre-Startup Checks

Production Data Entry

Maintenance Scheduling

Safety Compliance

Team Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Tools

MES Database

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate and control the Extrusion Press to extrude and size copper billets into shells
• Organize the Press Crew for safe start-up at the beginning of shifts and following shutdowns
• Maintain visual and mental concentration for safe and efficient Press operation
• Perform pre-startup checks on container heat, pump operation, heaters, valves, heat exchanger, and nitrogen flow
• Use the monitor and control panel to call billets and operate the Press
• Monitor the run-out trough and lubricate the mandrel as needed
• Clean dies and die holders as needed
• Schedule replacement of mandrels, dies, dummy blocks, and clean-out rings based on usage, wear data, and past performance
• Enter production and downtime information into the MES database daily
• Safely shut down the machine at the end of the shift and week
• Perform daily housekeeping and clean machines used during the shift
• Follow safety rules and instructions
• Participate in safety, quality, and process-capability improvement programmes
• Report safety concerns, incidents, quality issues, and equipment issues to supervisors or production management
• Determine when maintenance should be called and when dies and other items should be changed or replaced
• Assist with cost control through resource stewardship, improvement recommendations, and inventory management
• Communicate performance and needs with supervisors, coworkers, and other production departments

Requirements

• Working knowledge of computers to access the MES database
• Ability to safely operate a needle scaler, grinder, and die grinder
• Ability to read micrometers, calipers, and other measuring equipment
• Basic math skills
• Knowledge and ability to safely perform all Press Crew duties and responsibilities
• Ability to work a first-shift schedule with 12-hour shifts from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Must complete additional job-related screening processes following a conditional offer, as permitted or required by applicable law

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in safely operating and controlling Extrusion Press machinery, performing pre-startup checks, and maintaining production efficiency. Proficient in using measuring equipment and managing production data within the MES database.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Extrusion Press Operation
• MES Database Management
• Measuring Equipment Proficiency
• Safety Compliance
• Crew Organization

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Extrusion Press Operation
• Needle Scaler Operation
• Grinder Operation
• Die Grinder Operation
• Micrometer Reading
• Caliper Reading
• Basic Math Skills
• Pre-Startup Checks
• Production Data Entry
• Maintenance Scheduling

Soft Skills

• Communication
• Team Collaboration
• Problem-Solving

Industry Keywords

• Safety Rules
• Quality Improvement
• Process Capability
• Resource Stewardship
• Inventory Management