Press Operator

Press Operator

Rogers AR

Shift: 2nd Monday - Friday 3:00pm - 11:30pm

Job Summary and Mission:

Run multiple Osterwalder Dorst or PCT presses producing a quality product to blueprint specifications.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate a multitude of CNC Carbide Presses which may include the following machines: Dorst Osterwalder or controlled setup of these machines.
• Make adjustment to CNC programs as a part of setup.
• Load and off-load trays from multiple presses.
• Gage parts to insure proper dimensions.
• Scope parts to verify visual characteristics.
• Selecting and weighing Tungsten powder for pressing into green parts.
• Separate scrap from good parts document accurately.
• Scan correct production information in Mii. Maintain tooling used in machines resurfacing as needed.
• Operate other equipment as needed.
• Train new operators when required.
• Operators required to trouble shooting moderate to complex problems.
• Do Quality Checks per Quality Inspection plan verify powder and lot verify tooling matches production order and press information sheet.

Key Job Accountabilities:

• Commitment to working safely and understand all safety procedures.
• Deviations in routine are handled according to operating procedures and/or work instructions.
• Operator responsible for following Press Data Sheet assuring product is processed according to proper routings specifications and that the quantity and style are correct.
• Work to meet daily departmental production goals.
• Must be reliable and dependable.
• Communicate safety quality product issues with supervisor team members and across shifts.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 year technical degree preferred.
• 1 years manufacturing experience required. Experience with CNC or PLC machine controls preferred.

Work Environment:

• Environment with controlled temperatures and dust collection systems.
• Safety glasses with side-shields required.
• Safety Shoes are required.
• Gloves cut resistant gloves when necessary.

Physical Demands:

• Approximately 8-10 hours standing.
• Intermittent walking reaching sitting squatting kneeling and bending.
• Lifting up to thirty-three (33) pounds.

Problem Solving

• Run orders by due date.
• Follow Press Data Sheet and Inspection Standards.
• Assignments and instructions communicated orally and carried out by standing guidelines.
• Must inspect tooling as required.
• Moderate to complex problems solved by operator using learned knowledge of product type production processes and in some cases coordination with technical experts inside and outside of the plant.
• Recurring problems and major decisions receive supervisor/lead attention.

Due to the nature of the operations at this facility consideration as an applicant is limited to individuals who are either a US Citizen or a US Permanent Resident. An expression of interest from anyone who is not a US Citizen or a US Permanent Resident will not proceed for consideration as an applicant.