Eaton’s IS VEH VGNA is currently seeking a Press Operator - 3rd Shift . This position is based at our Kearney, NE location. The Press Operator is responsible for promoting safety, quality, production and 5S. The operator will be responsible to complete changeovers in a timely manner, change their own tooling and minor troubleshooting of the press, which could include the lube system, kickouts, rails, etc. Although this position would start on an automated forge press, the employee would be expected to learn additional operations such as manual valve press, material handler, shear operator, quality control, and die assembly.

The hourly rate for this position is $25.60 per hour + a shift differential of $.70/hr.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. 

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The primary function of this role is to run a forge press to specification to produce high quality parts for Eaton customers. 

In this role, you will:
•    Operates valve and/or gear forge press. 
•    Performs minor maintenance/troubleshooting on machines.
•    Keeps work area clean and free of hazards – housekeeping program. 
•    Follows organizations policies including safety, quality, as well as all other policies. 
•    Works with audit/quality control personnel to identify and troubleshoot quality problems.
•    Performs set-up on presses for different valve/gear prints including changing tooling. 
•    Uses gauges to check valve/gear specifications.
•    Sorts valves, gears, and slugs for defects
•    Adjusts machinery during changeover.
•    Changes punches and dies as needed.
•    Operates a forklift truck. 
•    Valve/Gear/Slug Auditing (Quality Control)
•    Perform other incidental and related duties as required or assigned

Basic Qualifications:
•    Prior manufacturing experience
•    Must reside within the hiring country of Kearney, NE. Active-Duty military are exempt from the geographical requirement    
•    Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, now and in the future
Preferred Qualifications:
•    High School Diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution
•    One or more years of industrial or manufacturing experience 
•    Previous knowledge and experience with Blueprints or work instructions 
•    Previous fork truck operation
•    Computer experience 

•    Fork truck operation
•    Ability to setup machinery
•    Ability to read process sheets.
•    Visual inspection of cold and hot parts
•    Ability to lift up to 50 LBS
•    Repetitive motion; bend, twist, grab, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, use both hands to lift and lower materials, and perform all other essential duties with or without reasonable accommodations.
•    Position requires exposure to graphite lube and heat. 
•    Must wear safety glasses, ear plugs and steel toed/metatarsal shoes for entire shift 
•    Position may require daily overtime, 7 days a week and working holidays.
 

Physical Demands: 

•    Physical requirements include constantly being on your feet, using a set of tongs to grab hot gears and perform quality checks. The employee would be working in extreme heat in the summer. When operating a manual press, the employee will be on their feet for their shift.
•    Some walking required when completing change overs or tooling changes.
•    Lifting up to 50 lbs., pushing, pulling when changing tooling. In addition to the plant wide PPE the operator is required to wear green tinted glasses, shop coat and glove

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