Press Operator- 2nd Shift in Edinburgh, Indiana at Sacoma Specialty Products, LLC

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This is a Second Shift position, and it will provide a GENEROUS SECOND SHIFT PREMIUM.

Purpose:

The Press Operator is responsible for safely performing machine setups and operating the mechanical press line with coil handling and part transfer equipment. Incumbent must also control and adjust the functions and settings of machines and will be responsible for ensuring products meet our quality standards regarding assembly and work instruction specifications.

Essential Functions:

1. Set-up and operate mechanical press line with coil handling equipment
2. Perform machine set-ups as needed when the production schedule demands.
3. Trouble shoot machines and adjust the functions and settings of machines
4. Perform necessary quality inspections to ensure that parts meet guidelines
5. Test the operation of machines periodically to guarantee their smooth running
6. Perform operator preventative and regular maintenance on press to ensure that their operational life is extended.
7. Conduct operations in a manner that promote safety. Compile with OSHA and MDSD Standards.
8. Participate in 6S activities

Requirements (Consider the required knowledge, skills, abilities, behaviors, and/or equipment)

1. High School Diploma or GED preferred; technical degree a plus
2. 1+ years previous relevant experience in a manufacturing environment
3. Prior press or transfer press experience desired
4. Working knowledge of mechanical press
5. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
6. Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
7. Analytical and problem-solving skills.
8. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts desired
9. Compliance with all health and safety regulations, policies and procedures
10. Attention to detail.
11. Excellent attendance
12. Willing to learn new job-related skills.
13. Ability to work off shifts.

Americans with Disabilities Specifications

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Summary

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, use his/her hands, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear; occasionally required to walk, sit, climb stairs, balance, stoop, or kneel. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Hearing capacity required to maximize ability to understand all verbal communication and react accordingly.