Press Operator

Overview

Stamping Press Operator HIROTEC Manufacturing America, located in Fayetteville, Tennessee, is part of the HIROTEC Group, headquartered in Hiroshima, Japan. HIROTEC Group delivers body-in-white closures, exhaust systems, flexible closure tooling, and stamping dies to automotive customers around the world. With a US headquarters in Auburn Hills, MI, HIROTEC Group operates 32 facilities in eight countries. Currently, we are seeking a Stamping Press Operator to become a part of the HIROTEC team.

• Responsible for setting up and operating stamping press to produce products in accordance with customer specifications and instructions
• Complete mechanical tasks associated with die set-up, adjustments, breakdown, coil changes, die changeovers, etc
• Perform in-press troubleshooting
• Follow safety policies and procedures, including lock out tag out procedures
• Perform assigned work to time standards and quality and safety expectations
• Make routine decisions and use problem solving to troubleshoot and make minor repairs to press/die malfunctions or issues, or seek further assistance from supervisor or maintenance staff
• Examine the finished product to ensure no quality defects and that it meets customer and internal standards and specifications
• Perform first-piece and in-process quality inspections
• Maintain a constant watch of die and stock to prevent mishits and jamming of parts
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, remove excess material/scrap, apply lubricants as needed
• Report and document basic material, production, equipment, and/or quality control issues
• Complete required documentation/paperwork, manually or by data entry, accurately and timely
• Operate overhead crane and material handling equipment including forklifts
• Read work instructions and utilize measurement tools
• Other duties and projects may be assigned based on the operational objectives of the company

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and one year of progressive stamping press experience and/or training in automotive/manufacturing environment is preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• Overhead crane and forklift experience are preferred
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Sound technical aptitude with a thorough understanding of stamping, automation, and manufacturing applications and ability to resolve complex issues
• Experience preferred but willing to train candidate

• Full-time employment in a climate-controlled manufacturing environment with benefits, 401K with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and company-paid uniforms

If you are hardworking, dependable, and enjoy a group environment, come join the HIROTEC Manufacturing America team. An excellent work environment and benefits await you!