Forging Operator

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Job Summary

Press Operator sets up and operates the various forging presses, working in constant communication with the Press Loader. This position is responsible for maintaining the production schedule, capturing data from the press, and making sure the press is running safely and fully optimized.

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Forging Press Operator



Job Summary

Press Operator sets up and operates the various forging presses, working in constant communication with the Press Loader. This position is responsible for maintaining the production schedule, capturing data from the press, and making sure the press is running safely and fully optimized.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None.

• Maintain a safe work environment.
• Perform the press set-up including any changes or adjustments to bolts, clamps, and burner assembly at the beginning of each production run.
• Verify the press is set up correctly and safely at the start of each shift.
• Check the die and stock temperatures with infrared gun and temperature sticks before running press.
• Operate the forging press at operating console.
• Lubricate die surfaces and stock/parts.
• Clean die with air brush (angle and in-line tool) at times of lube build-up.
• Inform and instruct Press Loader to assure the production of quality parts.
• Assist Press Loader with loading and unloading of parts at the press and conveyor oven.
• Maintain accurate part-counts of current production.
• Assure quality and production requirements are met, as per job-specific travelers.
• Maintain focus on tasks throughout a scheduled shift.
• Report any equipment or facility defect(s) or mechanical dysfunctions to Supervisor.
• Participate in total quality management projects to achieve continuous improvement.
• Participate in LEAN manufacturing and SPC activities as required.
• Ensure any accident or injury is promptly reported.
• Wear proper Personal Protection Equipment in work area at all time.
• Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplace.

• High School Diploma.
• 6+ months of forging experience.
• Aluminum forge press and/or related alloy mechanical press operation experience.
• 5 years general industrial manufacturing/production experience.
• Able to understand instructions and safety procedures.

• Must be able to work in noisy environments.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, squat, and climb to access all parts of the machine.

• Seniority level
  
  Mid-Senior level

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Job function
  
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing

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