Description Summary/Objective
Set up or set up and o perate various manual, pneumatic, electric, or hydraulic presses to cut, shape, and form metal, plastic, or other materials used in manufacturing operations to specific dimensions as specified by blue prints, CAD drawings, or other documented specifications.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Install die sets into various types of presses.
- A djust components and set stops on precision forming equipment.
- Ins tall, align, and secure holding fixtures and dies to press beds, using gauges, templates, shims, and hand tools.
- Measure and i nspect workpieces for quality and conformance to acceptable part geometry and customer specifications using various measuring equipment such as height gauges, calipers, micrometers , optical comparators, etc.
- Document specific set-up notes and diagrams to ensure process repeatability.
- Start press and observe operation to detect possible misalignment or malfunction and make any necessary changes/adjustments .
- Perform general maintenance and lubrication of presses to keep equipment operating correctly.
Competencies
- Mechanical aptitude .
- Skilled in the use of basic hand tools .
- Ability to read blueprints/CAD drawings .
- Strong time management with a ttention to detail s.
- Good dexterity .
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment .
- Ability to learn and retain new skills .
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibility.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a f ull -t ime position. 1 st shift hours are Monday - Friday 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 2 nd shift hours are Monday - Friday 3:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Occasional o vertime as deemed by management and production needs . Regular attendance is an essential function of the job.
Travel
No travel is required for this position.
Required Education and Experience
- High School diploma or GED .
- Knowledge of measuring equipment a plus.
Preferred Education and Experience
- N/A
Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable)
ITAR compliance
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Salary Range: $17.50-$25.00/hour
This is the full salary range for the position. Most new hires can expect to start around $17.50/hour.
Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, education, and internal equity.