Press Operator

Position Summary

The Press Operator position will load presses with PTFE powder, and ensure efficient operation of the presses. The position will inspect the product, fill out paperwork, as well as load the product into a batch oven. The position will also be required to maintain the work area and the tooling. The Press Operator will be expected to perform all duties in a safe and conscientious manner.

• Machine Operation:
  Operate the Automold press efficiently and safely.
• Safety and Reporting:
  • Complete Near Hits documentation to enhance safety awareness.
  • Actively participate in and support the plant’s safety program by reporting any injuries or near misses immediately to your Group Lead or EHS Manager.
  • Report all unsafe conditions promptly to a Group Lead, Value Stream Manager, or EHS Manager.
• Team Participation:
  Engage in the High Performance Team (HPT) designated for your area, providing suggestions for improvements to enhance the work experience.
• Data Recording:
  Record accurate and timely data, including order completions, quantities on daily labor reports, reclaim tickets for reject parts, and daily hours worked.
• Work Area Maintenance:
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work area, ensuring all walkways and aisles are free of debris and clutter.
  • Adhere to 5S standards by returning tools to shadow boards and sweeping the floor and finishing area as needed.
• Attendance and Availability:
  • Daily attendance and punctuality are required; arriving on time is essential.
  • Overtime may be necessary when customer demand dictates the need.
• May be required to learn and operate additional cell equipment and processes.

• Safety Awareness – Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Communication, Oral/Written – Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ethical – Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• Self-Motivated – Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one’s ability using his or her own drive and initiative.
• Goal Oriented – Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
• Adaptability – Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
• Organized – Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Detail Oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Analytical Skills – Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
• Ambition – The drive to achieve personal advancement.

Education – High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) – or work equivalent

Experience – 2+ years of experience in manufacturing on similar equipment

Other Requirements

• Read blue prints
• Operation of inspection tools and gauges (tape measure, caliper, weight scale)
• Must have the ability to pass a background check and drug screen

• Must have the ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Safety glasses, hearing protection, steel toe boots as needed per position

Candidate should be able to stand, walk, sit, manually manipulate, reach outward, reach above their shoulder, climb, crawl, bend, grasp, speak, squat or kneel.

Should be able to lift/carry up to 40 pounds with or without assistance and push/pull up to 25 pounds.

$/hr

Air Conditioned, well lit, clean facility with moderate noise

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $16.38/hr to $23.1/hr
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental…