Press Operator

## Press Operator Apply:
On-Site:
Grand Rapids:
Full time:
Posted Today:
R-103343
** Job Description*
* ** Essential

Duties Include:

*** Read and understand “Change Spec. Card Procedure”
* Read and understand “Non-Conforming Product Procedure”
* Get magnets from magnet board that contains the work order information for production
* Locate pallet or cart with the WOR folder containing the corresponding material, work order numbers and instructions
* Determine and obtain the correct tool for the job identified on the Spec. Card from the tooling rack
* Remove tooling from box, attach bearer blocks and slide into tooling station
* Set the machine for the appropriate job
* Retain Supplier raw material tag with lot # and run # information along with “Approved for Use” tags on separate sheet of paper (if only using partial material and retuning excess material do not retain tag, just record part #, lot # and run # on sheet)
* Complete “Sign-off Check List” (if operator has less than 1-year experience, needs sign-off from experienced operator with over 1 year experience)
* Print out (core tags or box tags) along with 1st piece and last piece labels with correct information,
* Make sure the right material is used where needed, to the proper side of the liner and in the right orientation
* Place material in machine.  Feed it through the fife guide and adjust it for center run.
* Place adhesive in machine and line-up with materials so that they are even with each other
* Start machine, adjust tension and alignment as needed
* Pass the material through to the die cutting station
* Remove any waste or air-injection from the tool
* Adjust nip-roller speed for proper speed and dimensions of part
* Verify part to print and or mylar and record dimensions
* Retain first approved piece and place label on back side
* Complete In-Process check sheet during the run.
* Complete End-of-Run sign off confirming the required parts were produced.
* Retain last approved piece and label back side
* Maintain a clean and safe work area, cleaning floor, machine, work area at end of each job and at end of shift
* Cut cores for particular jobs when needed.  Obtain boxes and materials necessary for job
* Operate production equipment to produce good, quality product in an efficient/quality-oriented manner.
* Makes suggestions for ways to improve production process
* Works with sales and estimating to test/run samples for new product introduction
* Makes sure product being produced matches the spec card and the degree of quality needed (tolerances etc..)
* Updates spec card for future runs when process is changed
* Observe machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunctions; adjust machines as necessary.
* Change worn machine accessories such as cutting tools and brushes, using hand tools.
* Perform minor machine maintenance, such as oiling or cleaning machines, changing filters or adding lubricant to the Rotary press when necessary.
* Notify supervisors when major service is required.
* Other duties as assigned.
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* Education:

** High school diploma or equivalent