Press Setup Operator

Electro Switch Corp.; Rockland (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Electro Switch Corp. in Rockland, MA seeks a Press Setup Operator to set up and run large and small automatic and manual presses. You’ll select dies, adjust tooling for material height, and ensure parts meet dimensions using gauges and SPC data.

Responsibilities include loading material, operating material handling equipment, and maintaining a clean, safe workspace while following procedures for quality and throughput.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of machine shop experience in press operation.
• Ability to read blueprints and use measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run automatic and manual presses with various dies and materials.
• Pull jobs, select the proper die, and adjust tooling for correct material height.
• Load material onto unwind stand and feed through straightener.
• Check parts for proper dimensions using gauges and inspection tools.
• Maintain safe, clean work area and follow safety procedures.
• Maintain SPC data sheets on orders and log results.
• Operate pallet jack and hydraulic forklift for material handling.

Skills

Micrometers

Verniers

Indicators

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Automatic presses

Manual presses

Milling machines

Lathes

Drill press

Tapping machines

Job description

Press Setup Operator# Press Setup OperatorEMC - Machine Shop - Rockland, MA 02370## OverviewSalary Range$23.00 - $30.00 HourlyPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftFirstEducation LevelHigh School/GEDTravel PercentageNo TravelCategoryGeneral Labor## DescriptionSet up and run large and small automatic and manual presses using wide variety of dies and different types of materials, stamping required piece parts.***Essential Functions / Responsibilities*****:*** Pull jobs order, select proper die, and adjust servo for proper material height into die.* Pull the material called out on job order to insure no run outs.* Load material onto unwind stand and run through material straightener. Pull material coils up to 800 lbs. using proper equipment.* Setup die using various hand tools. Adjust and mount any safety equipment to run die.* Maintain SPC Data sheets on selected orders.* Check all piece parts for proper dimensions.* Maintain equipment by checking oil levels, greasing, and checking for loose or worn parts.* Set- up and run in-die tapping dies. Check all parts for proper thread using gages and pins.* Ensure good quality and a clean and safe work area at all times.* Utilize pallet jack, hydraulic forklift, and other related equipment for material handling.* Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.***Secondary Responsibilities*****:*** Operate millers, lathes, drill press and tapping machines.## Qualifications* Level of knowledge usually associated with a specialized training beyond high school in the operation of presses and related equipment.* One (1) to three (3) years of relevant machine shop experience.* Must be capable of using micrometers, verniers, indicators, and reading blueprints.