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Primary Purpose:
The primary purpose of this position is to support the needs of all Lower Plant teams by safely setting up and operating a bank of presses ranging from a 10 ton mechanical punch press to a 135 ton hydraulic press and adjacent 30-60 ton mechanical presses to provide punched metal components on a timely basis.
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Job Duties:
Level 3
Exhibits good mechanical aptitude and has very good hand eye coordination.
Must work well in single cell environment and be capable of retaining basic training. Must be able to read a tape measure to 1/32nd as well as other precision measuring instruments such as calipers and after training, chamfer gage. Must be comfortable running basic shop machinery such drill presses, tapping heads, Time Saver sander. Must have thorough knowledge of the use of hand tools i.e. files, hammers, screw drivers, etc.
Level 4
· Works independently generally but seeks help when necessary to move and guide the installation of heavy die components. Demonstrates the ability to recognize equipment anomalies. Works effectively with maintenance to promptly resolve equipment problems. Can perform appropriate press PM and documents such actions.
· This position is physically challenging. Must be able to safely maneuver heavy dies into the press with the assistance of a second operator by utilizing a hydraulic lift cart, moving dies into and out of a storage rack and onto the cart, then from the cart into the press and into the proper position based off of set-up charts or spec sheets.
· Mechanically inclined; must be familiar with the proper use of tools such as wrenches, feeler gauges, calipers, micrometers, and dead blow hammer. Must be able to read and comprehend machine operating and trouble shooting instructions in English. Demonstrated mechanical common sense relating to proper torque of fasteners and component clearances is required.
· Must show respect for very expensive dies, taking care to set proper clearances and handle carefully. Die breakage can be very costly.
· Must be watchful of die operation in maintaining good slug discharge, cleaning die, retaining training on when die needs repair or sharpening. Doesn’t have “just run it” attitude, but rather an “owns it” attitude.
· Keeps area neat and tidy, stores dies and tools properly. Must help enforce area 5S requirements once they are established and sustain them.
· Practices proper lockout and blocking procedures when setting up press. Follows Endura
Safety Procedures relating to press operations.
Level 5
· Show ability to select appropriate die components and install them in press.
· Must be capable of becoming certified forklift operator
· Must be able to demonstrate a thorough knowledge Lean Methodologies including 5S initiatives.
· Maintain an understanding of the product line and the functionality of the parts that are punched for all components. Must understand the relationship of components made and how they can affect the overall product functionality. If the component is incorrect, it can prevent mating parts from lining up properly.
· This position requires the operation of a potentially dangerous machine if set up is wrong or adjusted improperly. If operated without full attention, serious injury or machine damage could occur.
· Excellent communication needed with line leaders. Need to be efficiency minded by keeping selected stock items readily available at all times, by utilization of Astragal Punch List.
· Able to set up dies from specification sheet to ensure punched bodies are dimensionally correct. Takes on the responsibility of producing correct components via RF scanning.
· Able to accurately report production and scrap to inventory control associates.
· After training, must be able to serve as a backup in areas such as security flanges, L-punch dept, Piranha and Cincinnati press.
Level 6
· Attendance must be near perfect.
· An operator at this level must demonstrate they have taken complete ownership of this area of production. That will include housekeeping, storage and accuracy of inventory, efficiency of production scheduling while utilizing QAD / Astragal Punch List, awareness of machine maintenance, proper care of dies, and an overall observance on the machine itself.
· Ensure all inventory tags are scanned or made for the raw metals and material being punched,
via RF scan system
JOB KNOWLEDGE: Must have a complete understanding of entire Trilennium product line. (Lower Plant).
JOB SPECIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE: Must be capable of reading a tape measure and new measuring equipment. Educational requirements due to accountability of production require completion of 9th grade. Must have the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing. Must show mechanical aptitude.
INITIATIVE & INGENUITY: Individual must be self-motivated working with limited supervision while following verbal and written instructions. Need to be able to keep stocked assembly components and be able to determine when stocking levels are getting low and need to be replenished. Also must be able to work directly with lead personnel and supervision for special punching needs daily/weekly.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Under specific direction of the Supervisor and Plant Manager, where goals and objectives are established. Coordinate work with line lead and material handlers. Report any situations affecting punch tooling to supervision and maintenance.
RESPONSIBILITY FOR ERRORS: Errors may be serious involving punch tooling and material outages that affect order shipments. Maintain proper production and reject reporting.
CONTACT WITH OTHERS: Regular contact with crew members, other employees, lead people and staff members. Clear, concise communications skills are important. MUST keep supervision and maintenance informed of all issues that arise with machine or tooling problems.
PHYSICAL EFFORT: Flow of work and character of duties involve performing hand, wrist, and arm motions, must be capable of standing the entire 10-hour shift. Normal and corrected hearing and vision are necessary with manual coordination. Some walking, bending, twisting, and stooping and lifting of approximately 34 lbs. Heavier lifting will require a “team lift”. Must be able to manually maneuver heavy dies into the press utilizing the assistance of a second operator and a hydraulic lift cart. Must have good hand and eye coordination and be mechanically adaptable to using hand tools.
RESPONSIBILITY FOR EQUIPMENT: Damage to any equipment would result in a loss for the company. This position must ensure that all weekly preventative maintenance is completed on a timely basis.
WORKING CONDITIONS/HAZARDS: Exposed to normal factory environment (wood dust and aluminum) with no factors or hazards present to a disagreeable extent. Must be able to with stand heat in excess of 95 degrees.
SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES: Must adhere to all safety rules and regulations as specified in the Endura’s Safety Manual. This responsibility necessitates wearing of proper personal protective equipment (i.e. safety glasses, ear plugs, safety toe shoes, and ear muffs).
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: This job includes other duties and responsibilities assigned by management. There may functions the employee is asked to perform that lie outside of this job description. Reliable attendance is an essential job function!
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