Punch Press Operator - 3rd Shift - Centralia, MO

Hubbell; Centralia (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Operator to manage machine operations and ensure product quality. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining various machines, including punch presses and forklifts. You will also perform inspections and maintain records while adhering to safety standards. This position requires physical stamina and the ability to lift and transport heavy materials. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will have a direct impact on production efficiency and quality in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate and adjust various machines and equipment.
• Experience with inspecting, gauging, and counting products.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machines to produce quality products.
• Maintain machines and work area in a clean manner.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret drawings

Use of calipers and measuring devices

SPC (Statistical Process Control)

Repetitive work capability

Physical strength (lifting up to 65 lbs)

Tools

Punch press

Forklift

Conveyor

Cutting torch

Job description

A Day In The Life

• Operator will be required to set-up, operate, and to adjust machines and equipment in order to produce a good quality product. Examples of machines and equipment are, but not limited to, punch press, straightener, feed machine, press brake, furnace, crane, forklift, conveyor, cutting torch, and other departmental equipment.
• Processes performed will be, but not limited to, inspecting, gauging, counting, heating, blanking, perforating, shearing, forming, sorting and stacking.
• Operator must have the ability to read and interpret drawings, routing sheets and have the ability to satisfactorily use calipers, gages, measuring devises, etc. and perform SPC as required.
• Operator may be required to make visual inspections, separate parts, record production, record scrap, keep required production records, and other operations as required.
• Operator will be required to maintain machines, equipment and work area in a clean and orderly manner.

What will help you thrive in this role?

• Ability to sit and/or stand and perform repetitive work for a minimum of eight hours.
• Ability to walk, hear, see and have full use of both hands.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. from floor to waist and waist to floor.
• Ability to work on a platform.
• Ability to lift 65 lbs., with another person, and continuously handle it for the duration of the shift.
• Ability to load 80 lbs., with the help of another person, onto a die cart and then transport it.
• Ability to push and/or pull 415 lbs. a distance of 2 feet.
• These physical requirements are generalities and work may occasionally exceed the specified levels.