Forge - Press Operator - 3rd shift

Overview

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Forge Operator operates mechanical hot (Hub and CVJ) forge presses to produce forged parts made of steel. In addition to hot press operation, coordinates the running of shears and/or saws to cut bar stock and induction heating units into billets before the forging press operations. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment.

• Operate presses or other forging machines to perform hot forging by flattening, straightening, twisting, forming, drawing, upsetting, splitting, cutting, punching, piercing, bending, coining, or other operations to shape or form metal
• Position and adjust dies on anvil of forging machinery using overhead cranes or other devices and hand tools. Read standards
• Monitors equipment operation and corrects minor problems
• May assist Set-Up Technician in die changeovers
• Maintain time and production records
• Assigned work area will be cleaned, and kept neat and orderly during every workday
• Will recognize and comply with all safety rules
• Will work overtime as requested by supervisor or scheduled
• Operate gas or oil fired furnaces to heat metal to proper temperature prior to forging
• Load and unload furnace with automatic conveyor
• Heated or cold metal pieces are automatically placed on die of press or other forging machinery

• PHYSICAL LIMITATIONS:
  Lift and Carry up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 75 pounds occasionally;
  Standing and walking for extended periods;
  Repetitive motion;
  Hand-eye coordination;
  Fine motor skills;
  Vision and attention to detail;
  Physical stamina;
  Balance and mobility;
  Environmental conditions
• 2-5 years of Forging experience preferred
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed
• Self-starter
• Ability to multitask
• Organizational skills
• Excellent verbal & written communications skills
• Good problem solving skills
• High School Diploma required