Press Operator

Summary:

This role will function as part of a team to meet production goals. This position requires a team player and detail oriented individual who will communicate production issues and take direction from the department supervisor on a daily basis.

Essential Functions:

• Set up and monitor all manufacturing parameters relating to the safe, efficient production of laminate products.
• Measuring and gauging thickness of material by using micrometers and various measuring/quality control instruments to maintain consistent product performance.
• Perform and record all in-process inspection/testing relating to maintaining product traceability and run documentation.
• Assure that a sufficient quantity of raw material base is available to meet daily production demands.
• Communicate with various departments such as quality, shipping, and value added relative to product quality issues and availability of material for further processing or shipping.
• Perform cycle counting to insure inventory accuracy.
• Perform nonconforming material process including DMR’s and hold tags.
• Participate in the training of new employees.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2 years previous press experience
• Proficient computer skills
• Experience with inventory systems such as PeopleSoft, SAP and Oracle
• Basic math skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to use measuring tools such as micrometers
• Good communications skills
• Ability to use lifting and moving devices
• Basic mechanical aptitude
• Technical School (2 year program)
• Minimum of 3 years press experience
• Forklift certification      
• Excellent mechanical aptitude