Assistant Automatic Operator

Mid-West Forge Corporation • Cleveland, OH

8d • Onsite

About The Position

An ‘Automatic Upsetter’ is a type of forging equipment, related to the mechanical press, with the purpose of forging mults into splines and axles. Upset forging involves locally heating a metal bar and then, while holding it firmly with special tooling, applying pressure to the end of the bar in the direction of its axis to deform it to customer specifications and tolerances. The Assistant Automatic Operator is responsible for the initial startup of their assigned upsetter and related machinery as well as conducting any relevant safety checks of immediate the work area and managing the operation of the Automatic Upsetter throughout the duration of shift.

Requirements

• Ability to read and write simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to effectively report relevant data and job specific information as needed.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics.
• Ability to navigate basic technology including but not limited to use of digital self-service platforms, time clocks, and other systems where applicable.
• Must be able to regularly lift and or move up to 40 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• One to three months related experience and/or training preferred.
• Previous experience in manufacturing environments or a mechanical aptitude
• Experience using; Tape Measure, Dial Indicators, Length Gage, Scale/Rule, Roll Stand, and Micrometers.
• Previous experience operating overhead cranes, pallet jacks, or other related lift devices.
• Satisfactory completion of Bennett Mechanical Comprehension Test Preferred

Responsibilities

• Start up, check and operate the Automatic Upsetter, as well as related equipment such as Furnaces or Heaters, Cranes, and Conveyors as needed.
• Collaborates with the Utility person and helper as needed to transport raw material effectively and safely.
• Maintains a safe and clean workspace including areas on and around assigned Upsetter machine , as well as surrounding the work environment within the Forge.
• Measures raw material and or finished products for conformance specifications with the use of hand and pneumatic tools such as Tape Measure, Dial Indicators, Length Gage, Scale/Rule, Roll Stand, and Micrometers.
• Adheres to quality standards and related audits as required specific to each product line including inspecting the condition of raw materials, the standard of completed products and the amount of scrap materials.
• Updates product line documentation as changes are made to existing part setup and production cadence.
• Communicates via radio any relevant updates pertaining to the Upsetter performance including but not limited to changes to unit stock, safety concerns, mechanical errors and/or any other interruption to production as needed.
• Follows all safety and plant rules and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED