Press Operator

Amsted Automotive Group; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Incentive Bonus

Prescription Drug Plan

401K

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Short-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Health and Wellness Reimbursement

Employee Recognition

Discount Programs

Job summary

Amsted Automotive Group in Sterling Heights, MI seeks a Press Operator for first shift responsibilities including setting up and operating line dies in stamping presses. Candidates are required to have basic press knowledge, manual dexterity, and the ability to lift heavy items. The role offers various benefits such as an Employee Stock Ownership Plan, incentive bonuses, and health reimbursements, along with a stable manufacturing environment. Join us to support our manufacturing goals.

Qualifications

• Requires at least three months of knowledge of press and feeder operations.
• Experience in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment.
• Possess working knowledge of IATF16949, ISO 14001, and Q1 compliance criteria.

Responsibilities

• Operate press in production mode to meet production goals.
• Perform quality checks and notify leadership of issues.
• Keep work areas clean and safe maintaining 5S Standards.

Skills

Knowledge of press and feeder operations

Manual dexterity

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Education

High School or better

Tools

SAP labeling

Control panels

Job description

7026 Sterling Ponds Court
Sterling Heights, MI 48312, USA

• On-site
• Production
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: PRESS008915

Description

ABOUT THE ROLE

Amsted Automotive, Sterling Heights, is seeking a Press Operator for our 1st shift (7:00 am - 3:00 pm) who will be responsible for the set up and operation of line dies including transfer dies in stamping presses.

Shift Times:

• Day Shift: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
• Afternoon Shift: 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM 15% shift premium
• Midnight Shift: 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM with a 15% shift premium

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Part of the set up/changeover team
• Operate press in production mode to meet production goals
• Visually look over parts to assure proper quality. Notify Production, Quality, Leader, or Supervisor of quality or press related problems
• Perform quality checks and use checking fixtures to maintain high quality parts
• Must ensure all parts containers have properly filled out tags for part, lot and operation identification including SAP labeling
• Keep work areas clean and safe. Maintain 5S Standards
• Fill out daily production reporting paperwork and visual Downtime Boards
• Serves in the capacity of wastewater handler commensurate with completion of proper environmental training
• Additional duties as assigned
• Adapt and promote Lean Manufacturing principals
• Active participant in the Elimination of Waste Team meetings
• Support the Company’s Goals and Objectives

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Requires at least three months of knowledge of press and feeder operations
• Usage of a computer and other productivity machinery such as control panels
• Possess working knowledge of IATF16949, ISO 14001, and Q1 compliance criteria
• Experience in a fast paced, automotive manufacturing environment

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Incentive Bonus
• Prescription Drug Plan
• 401K
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Short-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health and Wellness Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition
• Discount Programs

WHAT ELSE YOU'LL NEED TO KNOW

• Work may require extended periods of standing, lifting, bending, stooping, and performing repetitive motion tasks
• Excellent manual dexterity, ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds frequently
• Must be able to work necessary overtime if required
• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with continuous exposure to noise.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Enthusiastic : Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Motivations

Preferred

Flexibility : Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Growth Opportunities : Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help

Goal Completion : Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

Experience

Preferred

1 year: Manufacturing

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