Press Operator

Press Operator

The Press Operator is responsible for the operation, troubleshooting, maintenance, cleanliness, and safety of the automatic cycle hydraulic transfer presses supporting production on any given production line. The Press Operator position is a key production role on lines utilizing transfer drawn cans. Knowledge of quality, attention to detail, and emphasis on maintenance are essential elements to a successful job performance.

Essential Functions:

• Remain up to date on the production schedule including identification of the size, style, and specification of can to be produced and perform immediate visual and dimensional inspection of cans.
• Communicate with Operator from previous shift regarding transfer maintenance, operational, and safety issues and review any issues associated with product quality.
• Feed on or catch cans as needed in order to maintain consistent throughput with both work in process and finished product.
• Prepare for any changeovers that will occur on the given shift including arranging to have all necessary materials ready and staged, as appropriate, to minimize non-value-added activity.
• Change fingers, adjust/replace gearboxes, change caps/pressure rings and other associated tooling as needed.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspection of cans every fifteen (15) minutes. Inspect for scratches, draw marks, pin holes, bites in flanges, bulges, and any other non-conformities.
• Perform SPC data checks on an hourly basis. Each Operator should be able to calibrate and use all necessary gauges, including dial indicators, micrometers, and various go/no go gauges.
• Change/replace finishing press punches or bushings in addition to trimmer on transfer as well as repair broken bolts and minor oil leaks.
• Report all nonconformities to the Quality Department and Shift Supervisor immediately.
• Understand and operate control panels appropriately.
• Operate and maintain D&I unit, trimmer/flanger, and finishing press in addition to repairing and replacing D&I ironing cap, sleeve, and pressure rings.
• Adjust the chain and position of pockets in line with finish press tooling in addition to shim pressure rings, line up caps, and other tooling as required.
• Assist Maintenance and Tooling Departments during heavy maintenance and changeovers.
• Support the replacement of hydraulic cylinders, pumps, air cushions, couplings, platens, bushings, pins, etc.
• Replace or repair conveyor belts and prime your hydraulic pumps when needed.
• Troubleshoot draw marks and other surface (inside and outside) imperfections in addition to trimmer/flanger, ironer, and finishing press.
• Operate transfer presses on other lines as needed and transfer ones own tools when moved.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and completely

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent required.
• Previous experience with industrial print equipment and/or machine setup/operation is preferred.
• The ability to collaborate with the team to reach production goals.
• The ability to troubleshoot, problem solve, perform root cause analysis, and related process improvement activities.
• The ability to perform frequent lifting and to perform tasks that require keen vision required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• The position requires frequent lifting, keen vision, team orientation, and careful attention to detail.
• Keep work areas clean and organized and uphold 5-S principles.
• Collaborate with other line employees while supporting troubleshooting, problem solving, root cause analysis, and related process improvement activities.
• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous experience with mechanical equipment, machine operation, troubleshooting, hydraulics, and inspection/SPC highly desired

Additional information:

• Demonstrate knowledge concerning general safety protocol and procedures regarding field operations.
• Ability to work independently, manage projects and complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Self-starter; works with minimal supervision; capable of offering up and making decisions.
• Effective oral, interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Team-player with aptitude to learn the ITW culture and work within a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain keen vision and mental awareness while practicing careful attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate with team members to support troubleshooting, problem solving, root cause analysis, and related process improvement activities.

Being an employee at ITW comes with lots of benefits. Some of these benefits include:

• Paid Holidays
• PTO (Vacation and Sick Pay)
• Attendance Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Medical (3 Plans), Dental and Vision Insurance
• FSA/HSA
• STD/LTD
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) (Roth/After-tax options available)
• Parental Leave
• Adoption Cost Assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Scholarship Program
• 3 for 1 gift match program
• Volunteer Match Program
• $115 credit towards safety shoes

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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