Forging Shop Skilled Worker Press Operator

Job Description Position Title:
Press Operator – 45 MM & 20 MM

Division: Forging Shop

Category: Specialty Skilled Labor

The Press Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of 45 MM and 20 MM forging presses in a forging shop environment. The role involves handling hot forgings, monitoring press operations, ensuring product quality, and strictly adhering to safety and operational standards to meet production targets.

• Operate 45 MM and 20 MM forging presses as per approved production plans and work instructions
• Set up press parameters including pressure, stroke, temperature, and cycle time
• Ensure correct alignment of dies and tooling before press operation
• Monitor forging operations continuously to avoid defects or equipment damage
• Safely handle hot forgings using tongs, manipulators, cranes, or other approved tools
• Ensure proper transfer of heated billets between furnaces, presses, and cooling areas
• Follow safe handling practices to prevent injuries and material damage

• Inspect forged components visually and dimensionally during and after production
• Identify surface defects, dimensional deviations, or forging irregularities
• Segregate non-conforming products and report quality issues to supervisors
• Work closely with Quality and Production teams to maintain forging standards

• Perform routine pre-start and post-operation checks of forging presses
• Identify abnormal noises, vibrations, oil leaks, or performance issues
  
  Report equipment malfunctions promptly to the maintenance team
• Assist maintenance personnel during minor adjustments or breakdowns

• Strictly follow HSE rules, SOPs, and shop-floor safety procedures
• Use prescribed PPE such as heat-resistant gloves, face shields, helmets, and safety shoes
• Ensure safe working practices during hot metal operations
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area

• Coordinate with supervisors, furnace operators, crane operators, and quality inspectors
• Support production targets related to output, cycle time, and rejection control
• Follow shift instructions and production schedules effectively

• Minimum 5+ years of hands‑on experience as a Press Operator in a forging shop environment
• Proven experience operating 45 MM / 20 MM forging presses
• Experience in handling hot forgings and high‑temperature operations
• Strong understanding of forging processes and press operations
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and SOPs
• Good awareness of industrial safety practices
• Physically fit to work in high-temperature shop‑floor conditions
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Forging shop environment with exposure to heat, noise, and heavy machinery
• Shift‑based work as per production requirements
• Overtime applicable based on workload and production demands