Press Operator

Cerro Flow Products LLC; Shelbina (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Cerro Flow Products LLC in Missouri is seeking a Press Operator to safely operate the extrusion press, sizing copper billets into shells while keeping a constant view of the process. You will lead the press crew through safe start-up and shutdowns, perform preload checks, monitor equipment, and ensure accurate logging of production and downtime in the MES system.

This 12-hour shift role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork within Marmon Holdings, backed by Berkshire Hathaway, offering

Qualifications

• Reading micrometers, calipers and other measuring equipment.
• Must have basic math skills and attention to safety.
• Experience with grinding tools and press-related operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize the press crew for safe start-up and shutdowns.
• Perform pre-start checks on heat, pumps, valves, and nitrogen systems.
• Use the control panel to call billets, monitor run-out, and lubricate the mandrel.
• Schedule maintenance items and enter production/downtime data into MES daily.
• Safely shut down the machine and perform housekeeping at shift end.

Skills

MES database usage

Reading micrometers/calipers

Basic math skills

Grinder operation

Tools

Needle scaler

Die grinder

Grinder

Job description

Cerro Flow Products LLC As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Position Summary

Safely performs the duties required to operate and control the Extrusion Press to extrude and size copper billets into shells. Operators must know the status of the entire process at all times. Has decision making responsibility on matters concerning the normal production operation of the Extrusion Press.

Major Responsibilities/Activities

• Organizes the Press Crew for safe start-up at the beginning of the shift and following shutdowns. Maintain visual and mental concentration at all times to ensure safe and efficient operation of the Press. % of time: 40%
• Press Operator will safely perform checks on the following items prior to Press start up: Container heat, pump operation, heaters, valve operation, heat exchanger, nitrogen flow. % of time: 40%
• Utilize monitor and control panel to safely call billets and operate Press. Monitor run-out trough, apply lubrication to mandrel as needed. Clean dies and Die holders at normal frequency as needed. % of time: 10%
• Establish appropriate time schedules for changing Mandrel, Dies, Dummy blocks and Clean Out Rings based on usage, wear data and past performance. Enter production and downtime information into MES database daily. % of time: 5%
• Safely shut down machine at end of shift and week. Safely perform daily housekeeping duties as required, including cleanup of all machines used during the shift. % of time: 5%

Other Functions

Perform all duties in accordance with safety rules and instructions. Actively participate in programs to improve safety, quality and process capabilities in the area and plant wide. Report all safety concerns and incidents immediately to Supervisor or Production Manager. Knowledge and ability to safely perform all Press Crew duties and responsibilities. Other duties as assigned.

Decision Making

Determine when Maintenance should be called, organize Press Crew for startup, determine when dies and other items should be changed or replaced. Inform Supervisor of quality and equipment issues that may impact tube production.

Financial Responsibility

Assist in controlling costs through good stewardship of resources, recommendations for improvement, and inventory management.

Contacts

Communicate performance and needs with supervisor, coworkers, and other production departments.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge of computer to access MES database. Ability to safely operate needle scaler, grinder and die grinder. Ability to read micrometers, calipers, and other measuring equipment. Basic math skills required. This is a 1st shift position that works 12‑hour shifts. 6:00am-6:00pm Pay Range: 19.90 - 24.32

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more!

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job‑related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class.

If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

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