Stamping Operator - 2nd Shift

AOC Metal Works; Chester (VA); Presencial; USD 22.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

AOC Metal Works is seeking a Stamping Press Operator in Chester, VA to set up and operate stamping presses, shaping metal components per production specs. You will learn and follow safety procedures while maintaining an organized workspace and producing quality parts.

Responsibilities include inspecting dies, adjusting machine settings, monitoring production, and documenting output and downtime. Strong reading of blueprints and use of precision measuring tools are essential in this fast-paced

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Manufacturing experience required; metal fabrication or stamping preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and basic production specifications.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, and thread or other applicable gauges.
• Ability to identify defects in small or complex parts and follow quality requirements.

Responsabilidades

• Set up stamping presses and adjust dies and machine settings.
• Operate stamping press to form, cut, or shape parts.
• Inspect parts with gauges to verify dimensions.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and follow LOTO and safety procedures.
• Record production data and report issues to supervisors.

Conocimientos

Blueprint reading

Use precision gauges

Quality inspection

Time management

Safety minded

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

Micrometers

Calipers

Gauges

Descripción del empleo

At AOC Metal Works, it is our policy to be number one in quality, delivery, and customer service. We strive to exceed our customers' expectations and promote through our continuous improvement efforts, while providing a safe and teamwork-based work environment.

The Stamping Press Operator is responsible for setting up and operating stamping press equipment to shape, cut, and form metal components according to production specifications. This position supports efficient manufacturing by producing consistent, quality parts while following established safety procedures and maintaining an organized work area.

Core Responsibilities

The following duties are representative of the position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list.

1. Machine Setup and Preparation

• Inspect stamping presses, dies, and related tools before use to identify wear, damage, or misalignment.
• Install and properly align dies, and adjust machine settings such as pressure, speed, and stroke length in accordance with production requirements and work instructions.
• Prepare raw materials, including metal sheets or coils, and load or feed material into the press using the designated manual or automated method.

2. Press Operation

• Start and operate the stamping press while monitoring the process to ensure parts are formed, cut, or shaped accurately.
• Make authorized adjustments when production issues arise and notify a supervisor or maintenance when an issue cannot be safely corrected.
• As needed, remove completed parts, clear scrap, and reposition material in accordance with established procedures.

3. Quality Control

• Inspect completed parts using appropriate measuring instruments, such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges, to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Compare parts with blueprints, samples, and applicable quality requirements; identify, separate, and report nonconforming product.
• Recognize potential causes of defects, such as die misalignment or incorrect machine settings, and correct them when authorized or eliminate them when authorized or eliminate them when

4. Maintenance and Safety

• Perform routine operator-level care, including cleaning and lubricating equipment and identifying worn or damaged components.
• Follow all applicable safety procedures, use required personal protective equipment, keep machine guards in place, and follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) requirements when applicable.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area to reduce hazards and support safe, efficient production.

5. Documentation and Communication

• Accurately record production information, including quantities produced, scrap or rejected parts, and machine downtime, using required logs or systems.
• Promptly report equipment malfunctions, quality concerns, material shortages, and other production issues to the appropriate supervisor or support team.
• Communicate and coordinate with coworkers, including die, maintenance, and quality personnel, to resolve issues and support production goals.

Education, Knowledge, Experience, and Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Manufacturing experience required; experience in metal fabrication or metal stamping is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and basic production specifications.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, and thread or other applicable gauges.
• Ability to identify defects in small or complex parts and follow quality requirements.
• Effective time-management skills and the ability to work independently while meeting production expectations.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to stand and operate manufacturing equipment for extended periods.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in a warehouse or manufacturing environment where temperatures may be hot or cold.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.