Press Room Operator

U.S. Tsubaki Automotive; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Tsubaki Automotive in Holyoke, MA is seeking a Press Operator to set up and operate a range of primary and secondary presses for blanking, piercing, bending and related fabrication work, ensuring equipment runs with high efficiency and quality.

The ideal candidate has completed an approved training program for power presses, shows strong mechanical ability, and is self-motivated to own the schedule while supporting a fast, flexible production line.

Qualifications

• Requires completion of an approved training program for setting up and operating power presses.
• Knowledge of blanking, fabrication and power presses, and tooling to maintain tolerances.
• Must be self-motivated to own the work schedule and quality; capable of following directions.
• Willing to support continuous improvement and adaptation in a fast–flexible–efficient section.
• Ability to work with others in a team and to meet internal/external customer needs.
• Good judgment to perform tasks under timely constraints.
• Must be able to handle heavy weight.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a wide range of primary and secondary presses for blanking, piercing, bending, re-hole, and related operations.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and runs at high efficiency and quality per US Tsubaki standards.
• Measure quality parameters of chain components and determine corrective actions.
• Retrieve raw material and transfer finished components to subsequent processes to maintain continuous operation.
• Assist, train and develop operators.

Skills

Strong mechanical ability

Self-motivated

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

Trade school graduate

Job description

Description

The TSUBAKI name is synonymous with excellence in quality, dependability, and customer service. U.S. Tsubaki is a leading manufacturer and supplier of power transmission and motion control products. As a part of a vast, international network of corporate and industrial resources, Tsubaki offers its customers the finest state-of-the-art products available in the world and we strive to be the “Best Value” supplier in the industry.

Description

The TSUBAKI name is synonymous with excellence in quality, dependability, and customer service. U.S. Tsubaki is a leading manufacturer and supplier of power transmission and motion control products. As a part of a vast, international network of corporate and industrial resources, Tsubaki offers its customers the finest state-of-the-art products available in the world and we strive to be the “Best Value” supplier in the industry.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate a wide range of primary and secondary presses for blanking, piercing, bending, re-hole, ballize or other operations associated with the fabrication or secondary operations of side plates and attachments.
• Ensure that all equipment is maintained and run to the high levels of efficiency and quality stipulated by US Tsubaki standards maintaining close tolerances and work specifications.
• Able to measure all quality parameters of chain components and determine corrective action where appropriate to the processes concerned.
• Retrieve raw material and transfer finished components to subsequent processes to ensure continuous operation of equipment.
• Assist, train and develop operators.

Requirements:

• Must have successfully completed an approved training program as to setting up and operating all equipment in section. Strong mechanical ability a must. Trade school graduate or any additional training in the trades most beneficial.
• Requires sufficient knowledge of blanking / fabrication and other power presses, and tooling required, to maintain close tolerances and work specifications. Experience in setting up and maintaining other types of complex mechanical equipment is essential.
• Self-motivated to take ownership of work schedule and quality.
• Continuous improvement: Willing to accept change to support being a Fast – Flexible - Efficient section.
• Team player will work with other team members in the section to keep the process moving and improving.
• Customer focus: Work closely with other team members both inside and outside the section in order to satisfy the needs of internal and external customers.
• Judgment: Make decisions in order to perform a variety of tasks having timely constraints.
• Follow direction / instruction of group leader or supervisor.
• Physical demands: Capable of handling heavy weight.

Tsubaki is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/DisabilityPM21