Punch Press Operator

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform punch department related duties as assigned by team leader / supervisor.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Assume accountability for time management and job tracking.
• Develop and maintain an open mind to learn new techniques and processes from experienced operators.
• Troubleshoot issues to ensure the machines maintain a high level of utilization.
• Organize and combine jobs to maximize machine utilization rates and improve efficiency.
• Learn and master machine controls to overcome daily obstacles and ensure continuous production flow.
• Mentor and teach junior operators to grow and learn new techniques and procedures.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Must be able to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Computer familiarization / proficiency for time / data entry.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Trade School / Vocational Training degree or certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience operating sheet metal punching machines.
• Experience with Amada EMK series punches a plus.
• Forklift certification a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly. Bilingual candidates a definite plus.