Arbor Press Operator I Job Description Sample

The Press Brake Operator is responsible for operating the power press, power brake, apron brake, swaging machine, foot-powered press, hydraulic press, or arbor press according to specifications. The operator will set stops on machine bed and adjust components when making multiple or successive passes. The Press Brake Operator will also install, align, and secure gears, holding fixtures, dies to machine bed, using gauges, templates, feelers, shims, and hand tools. The operator is also responsible for measuring material and verifying dimensions and weight, using micrometer, template, straightedge, and scale.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1-3 years of Press Brake Experience required.

• General knowledge of crane operation and ancillary lifting devices.

• Working knowledge of general computer programs strongly preferred.

• Previous experience with precision instruments preferred.

• Detail oriented with ability to inspect material for quality conformance through the use of measuring devices and drawings.

EOE/M/F/VETS/DISABILITY

Operate web printing press to print quality production, maintain quality of product, lead and direct press crew, maintain press, and work on other operation duties as directed by the supervisors.

• Act as a leader in providing and promoting a safe and injury free work environment.

• Responsible for all aspects of the operation of the press and press crew.

• Responsible for over all quality of the printed product including color reproduction, product specifications, imaging quality and postal specifications.

• Determines when product is suitable for saving.

• Responsible for producing a sample-quality product.

• Monitors other crew member's progress while performing their responsibilities.

• Provides accurate documentation of time, materials, impressions, waste, and run speeds.

• Communicates information effectively with other crews and departments, scheduling, prepress, maintenance.

• Coordinates make-ready process by reviewing job information, establishing make-ready plan, and assigning responsibilities to crew members.

• Responsible for maintaining a Preventive Maintenance Program for the press, and using the "Request For Action" system to notify the maintenance department of issues with the equipment.

• Must be able to work 7:00 pm to 7:00 am shift, 3 days on/4 days off, (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday, Friday, Saturday, alternating on an 8 week rotation). Opportunities for overtime.

RR Donnelley is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The company's policy is to select, place and deal with all its employees without discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, perceived disability, sexual orientation, protected Veteran status, genetic information or on the basis of any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Required Skills

Experience/Knowledge:

• 10 years web press-printing experience.

• Knowledge of in-line finishing, die cutting, inserters, imagers, color and register.

• Must have worked in all positions leading up to this position.

Skills

• Communication skills.

• Troubleshooting/Problem Solving Skills

• Mechanical Aptitude

• Management skills, coordinating the activities of other crew members.

Physical Demands

• Continuous standing/walking

• 8 hrs or more.

• Occasional bending, kneeling, climbing, reaching.

• Occasional lifting and pushing/pulling

• 50 lbs. or less.

• Occasional repetitive motion with both hands.

• Ability to see colors.

Provide support for the 1st Press Operator and assist in the daily operation of the web press including controlling register, compensation, and other operational duties as directed by the 1st Press Operator.

• Monitor overall job quality, including print registration and product compensation. Identify and correct quality defects.

• Accurately perform and record quality assurance tests (quality control checks).

• Monitor packing quality and accuracy, maintaining accurate counts and load ticket paper work.

• Organize and monitor imaging process, signoffs, restarts, form changes, samples, additional paperwork, and QC procedures.

• Assist first press operator with coordinating make-ready plan.

• Map out job plan by using layout, folding dummy, and instructions from the 1st press operator to establish measurements for plows, slitters, die cuts, gum pads, etc.

• In addition to plows and slitters, install and set any auxiliary equipment such as face slitters, hot melt applicators, and extrusion glue needles.

• Establish web path and turn bar configuration.

• Manage web up procedure including ribbon orientation and timing.

• Monitor the rest of the crew's progress during the make-ready. Offer assistance as necessary.

• Perform minor repairs and maintenance such as roller replacement, and press lubrication.

• Assist 1st Press Operator in providing direction and training to the press crew.

• Insure that safe practices are followed by crew members during all operations and procedures.

• Be able to step in for the 1st Press Operator as needed.

• Must be able to work 7:00 pm to 7:00 am shift, 3 days on/4 days off, (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday, Friday, Saturday, alternating on an 8 week rotation). Opportunities for overtime.

RR Donnelley is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. The company's policy is to select, place and deal with all its employees without discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, perceived disability, sexual orientation, protected Veteran status, genetic information or on the basis of any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Required Skills

Experience/Knowledge:

• 8 years web press-printing experience.

• Knowledge of in-line finishing, die cutting, inserters, imagers, color and register.

• Must have worked in all positions leading up to this position.

Special Skills:

• Communication skills.

• Troubleshooting/Problem Solving Skills

• Mechanical Aptitude

• Continuous standing/walking

• 8 hrs or more.

• Occasional bending, kneeling, climbing, reaching.

• Occasional lifting and pushing/pulling

• 50 lbs. or less.

• Occasional repetitive motion with both hands.

• Ability to see colors.

Press Operator 

Primary Function
Setup and operate Press Machinery with minimum supervision.

Tools and Equipment
45 ton Bliss Press, 33 ½ Ton Ferracute Press, 75 Ton Minster Press, 250 Ton Cincinnati Press, and Various Feeding Systems, IronWorker, Shear, Shotblaster, Pemserter, Multi-tapper and drill presses.

Employee needs to work with verniers, gauges, calipers, comparator, jigs, and fixtures and safety equipment. 

Material
Steel, brass, bronze, copper, aluminum, micarta, plastics, cast iron and castings. 

Working Procedures and/or Responsibility Assigned
The following are the usual major job duties but this job description does not preclude the performance of other duties by the incumbent, nor the question being raised on the proper rate of pay for the assignment.

1. Receive instructions and assignments from supervisor or coordinator.
2. Set up and operate all applicable machines to manufacture a variety of component parts.
3. Required to perform self-Inspection. Gain 1st PC approval and monitor quality during production run.
4. Acceptable productivity levels required.
5. Good housekeeping is required.
6. Follow safe work practices and wear PPE.
7. Perform duties in accordance with the Coral Springs Quality, Safety and Environmental Management 

Scope, Purpose, and Frequency of Contacts
To obtain and disseminate information 

Direction of Others
Provide guidance to lower level personnel in the performance of assigned tasks when asked.

Direction Received
General supervision on routine assignments. Specific directions/instructions provided when establishing new or changed procedures

Education Requirements
High School, GED or equivalent experience and/or demonstrated accomplishments.

Experience and Skill Requirements
Experience as a Machinist running the same or similar machines.
Must have the ability to communicate effectively with others.
Must have the ability to read blueprints. 

Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift 40-50 lbs. 
May be required to stand for long periods of time.
Noisy work environment.

PR $18

• Performs typical progressive die and press operations
• Setup and remove tooling
• Observe press in operation and make adjustments to control rate of production
• Monitoring equipment/tooling during production stamping to ensure it is working properly. i.e. watching gages, dials, etc.
• Quality inspections during production runs
• The use of micrometers, calipers, etc. to inspect/measure/visually inspect parts to ensure they conform to specifications
• Includes making minor repairs/maintenance such as oiling and cleaning up around the press when complete
• Communicating clearly and concisely with the supervisor, other production personnel and quality personnel when a problem arises
• Accurately complete a job routing ticket, data chart, time sheet etc.
• Maintain and accurate count of parts
• Assist in setting up steel coil on larger presses
• Possible second shift during peak production periods or as needed
• Extended period of standing while operating press and running production
• Follow all prescribed safety regulations i.e. PPE (safety glasses/hearing protection) etc.

• Safely handle scrap during and after production run
• Keep are clean and organized in a 5S manner
• May assist in training of other employees as required
• When applicable, use computers for data entry in MRP or spreadsheet in a specified and appropriate manner

• The employee is exposed to high noise levels from operating machine
• Ability to lift 30 pounds
• Potential hazards from moving equipment and machine parts, nuisance dust, and skin exposure to cutting and drawing oils
• The employee is required to stand, walk, pull and bend to the floor

• 2+ years of setup and operator experience
• Education – High School or equivalent

• High school or equivalent

• Metal Stamping: 2 years
• Worked with Steel Coils: 2 years
• Press Operator: 3 years

Set up (stays) and operate a variety of press machining equipment, feeders, and straighteners.

Accurate (low maintenance) setup and operation of (utilize maximum machine capacity) all equipment assigned

Responsibilities:

• Operate Punch Press equipment.
• Documenting and quality inspection of part(s) produced
• Safety mindedness/awareness.
• Assist in determining job priorities/work flow.
• Interpret drawings identifying required dimensions.
• Must understand basic hand tools.
• Maximize time to achieve department goals and productivity.
• Keep the work area clean and organized.
• Recommend and/or participates in GK initiatives and ideas.

Requirements

• Dexterity with hands, eye coordination, and depth perception.
• Ability to lift up to 45lbs
• Able to read and interpret precise measuring tools.
• Demonstrate JE MARBLE Values

Preferences:

• Completed Shop Math ll, i.e adult vocational school, community college, or equivalent training.
• Punch Press room experience (Operator).
• Blue print reading, experience with optical comparator.

Benefits

Medical benefits start the day you start! No waiting period!

13 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

401K Savings Program

Who is Johnson Electric?

Johnson Electric is among the world's largest providers of motion subsystems and motion components including DC motors, brushless motors, synchronous motors, piezo motors, solenoids, micro switches and flexible circuits.

Johnson Electric has two operating divisions aligned with the broad markets served:

- Automotive Products Group (APG)

- Industry Products Group (IPG)

These operating groups are aligned with industry trends and focus on specific application segments such as engine and transmission for APG and home technologies and power tools for IPG.

We have provided billions of motor switch and flex circuit products for hundreds of different applications. Supporting our customers worldwide are sixteen R&D centers located in Hong Kong, China, Germany, Israel, Italy, Japan, the UK and the USA.

Johnson Electric is fully vertically integrated and has an annual production capacity of over one billion motors and motion subsystems from its manufacturing footprint across more than a dozen countries.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Uses Kewaunee's scheduling system paperwork to identify parts scheduled to run, operations, and standard hours.

Set up and operate manual N.C. and C.N.C. controlled forming and fabrications equipment.

NC/CNC controlled sheet metal fabricating equipment experience Windows NT and Windows 7 experience.

Requires frequent change overs and set ups to maximize production flexibility.

Read blueprints and detailed layout drawings to within 1/1000th of an inch.

Maintain tolerances within .010 of an inch.

Proficient in using measuring tools i.e.; dial calibers, micrometers, and tape measures.

Layout parts.

Perform routine and preventive maintenance on machine and accessories.

Safety procedures to be followed at all times.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Basic computer skills.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers. Ability to print and speak simple sentences.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.

The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

HEALTH AND SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

Adhere to all safety rules and procedures. Bring unsafe acts and conditions to the attention of the manager.

Correct hazards and unsafe conditions. Train other associates in safe work practices. Investigate accidents, near accidents, and potential hazards. Actively participates in housekeeping activities and in the safety and health program.

RHI Magnesita - The driving force of the refractory industry

Our team is currently seeking a skilled professional to support Production and Hydraulic Press Operator for our fast-paced refractory brick operation in York, PA. Our successful team members are self-starters who can work independently without direct supervision. This position runs a heavy tonnage hydraulic press and robotic system that supports the brick manufacturing process. The presses are the first step in creating our molded brick products.

Starting Rate

$21.00/HR + $1.50 shift/$1.60 weekend differential

Following a probationary period, our team members can test into advanced pay levels where the average pay for a Production position is: $24.36 + differentials = approx. $55,000/yr

Shift
2nd shift or 3rd shift positions are available; our schedules require some scheduled work during weekends.

Responsibilities include:

• Work safely in a heavy industrial facility when performing brick processing work. Heavy physical labor is required in this department and safety is our first priority.

• Operate heavy tonnage hydraulic press including setting die/mold in place properly, follow press set up instructions carefully and accurately, ensure robotic systems are set up and in good working order, and perform scheduled preventative maintenance on the press or robotic systems as instructed.

• Safely maintain a constant rate of production and alert other departments if there is a need for shut down, delay or maintenance on the press.

• Follow charts, schedules, data sheets and instructions carefully and accurately for production orders, product specifications, maintenance, systems checks, quality guidelines and data entry into our electronic production management system.

• Accurately record production completion times, piece counts, brick weights, and delay times for each shift.

A successful candidate will have experience in the following:

• Our most successful candidates have mechanical aptitude and experience. Experience working on mechanical equipment like major auto repairs, motor repair or installation is ideal for this position.

• Working in a heavy industrial environment where the assigned duties were in a fast-paced work environment that will be inside or outside in hot, cold and dirty working environments.

• Experience working with heavy tonnage hydraulic presses is a plus.

• Strong mathematical and mechanical aptitude including the ability to read and understand blueprints or similar schematics.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills as we work in teams in this department.

• Must be at least 18 years of age; attained a High School Diploma or GED; and strongly prefer training with mechanical systems or motors

• from an accredited institution or on the job training from another employer.

Who is RHI Magnesita?

RHI Magnesita is the global leader in refractory products. Our largest North American manufacturing plant is based in York, PA where our operation includes mining, aggregate crushing and screening, and various kiln processes to manufacture brick refractory products. Our manufacturing processes include heavy tonnage hydraulic presses, kilns, and robotic assisted palletizing/packaging automation.

What can RHI Magnesita do for you?

Our York, PA facility offers team members a variety of work for a life-time of fulfilling career opportunities. A skilled professional has high earning potential and the chance to advance through our 15+ departments. We encourage team members to take on-the-job training, test into advanced levels of position and pay, and bid on positions in different departments throughout their career. Our benefits package provides health and financial stability for our team members and their families. Learn more about us at: https://www.rhimagnesita.com/about/

Great Benefits!

Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, company discounts, 401K with full company match up to 6%, comprehensive medical/ dental/ vision coverage, fitness membership reimbursement, company paid Life Insurance and Long/Short Term Disability.

The aforementioned is a summary of responsibilities and qualifications. A full job description will be available for anyone who interviews for a position.