Progressive Die Operator

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Located in Louisville, KY

Salary: $22-$25

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Progressive Die Operator is responsible for running progressive dies in stamping facility.

WE ARE SEEKING A SKILLED OPERATOR TO JOIN OUR DYNAMIC TEAM IN A FAST-PACED MANUFACTURING FACILITY. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR OPERATING AND MAINTAINING VARIOUS MACHINERY AND TOOLS, ENSURING THE PRODUCTION PROCESS RUNS SMOOTHLY AND EFFICIENTLY. THIS ROLE REQUIRES A STRONG UNDERSTANDING OF TOOLING, PROGRAMMING, AND THE ABILITY TO WORK WITH BOTH CNC MACHINES AND HAND TOOLS

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Wears all required safety equipment and ensures area and environment is safe

• Operates, monitors and helps maintain machine/equipment (press, welders, cranes, forklifts, etc.)

• Feeds equipment and tooling

• Performs or assists in die changes

• Move parts and products to appropriate positions

• Perform daily operational checks to ensure safety

• Perform quality checks and verify quality (first, middle, and last off’s, PQI books, SPC etc.)

• Assist quality and maintenance personnel with issues related to production

• Conduct daily cleaning of work area

• Repair product as required

• Identify and document problems, set goals, tracks progress and works with teams to implement solutions

• Report issues and concerns to Team Leader or Supervisor

• Basic understanding of Quality Management Systems and Environmental Management System standards

• Watch for potential concerns or issues

• Train other operators and document in matrix

• Be self-directed and encourage continuous improvement through involvement and input

• Meet production efficiencies and maintain quality checks

• Tag and move parts, containers, and totes

• Process coil paperwork as required

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

• Maintain focus and attention on press at all times while in operation

• Remove scrap from press area and place in proper locations

• Ability to drive a forklift or ability to learn how to drive a forklift

• Band and shrink wrap materials

• Maintain an accurate count of parts produced

Qualifications, Skills & Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED

• At least 1 year progressive die operator in stamping facility

• Ability to lift/push/pull weight at times anywhere from 10 to 40 lbs.

• Ability to stand/walk/move for up to 10 hours

• Ability to read and follow written work instructions and safety guidelines

• Good communication skills

• Ability to work independently

• Maintain a good attendance record

• Experience operating a forklift

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment

• Must be able to work a minimum of 40 hours per week and overtime as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics are as described; while performing the duties of this job, the employee is

regularly exposed to varied temperatures due to working in a non-air-conditioned facility. In addition, the employee is

regularly exposed to oil, grease, dust, odors, fumes, loud noise environment, and may work near moving mechanical

parts. The work environment is not climate controlled.

• Ability to lift/push/pull weight from 10 to 50 lbs. without restrictions

• Ability to stand/walk/move for up to 10 hours

• Ability to work in dusty and dirty conditions

• Repetitive motion

• Must be able to perform movements such as bending, stooping, standing, and walking

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