Auto Punch Press Operator

ABB•Kirkwood, MO

12d•$23 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

ABB is hiring an onsite Auto Punch Press Operator for lamination production on the second shift. The operator will be trained in all steps of the job and is expected to safely operate the press line, inspect parts and materials, maintain production quality, and perform cleanup. The role requires performing its essential functions for at least eight hours per day, five days per week. Employees should promptly raise any difficulty performing these functions with a supervisor, manager, or HR; ABB will discuss reasonable accommodations that may be available. The operator follows work instructions and safety procedures, verifies the work order and production documentation, feeds material through the straightener and feeder and into the die, monitors lubrication and equipment, and inspects laminations during production. The position involves physical production work, use of hand and power tools and press-line equipment, and the ability to assist with equipment setup and clearing die jams. Daily and weekend overtime, including short-notice overtime, may be required.

Requirements

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and understand ABB safety policies, safety training, and hazard communication information.
Ability to read and write, use a calculator, and read and comprehend work orders, blueprints, inventory tags, and shipping labels.
Ability to lift or carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to frequently grip, turn, push, and bend; occasionally reach above shoulder level and pull; and walk or stand for long periods at a demanding production pace.
Dexterity and hand-eye coordination to use hand tools, power tools, and production equipment, and to assist with press-line setup and clearing die jams.
Ability to maintain regular work attendance, including punctuality and remaining at work until the end of the scheduled workday.
Ability to work daily and weekend overtime, including overtime on short notice.
Ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes, cut-resistant gloves, and safety sleeves when required.

Responsibilities

Follow work instructions and ABB safety policies, safety training, hazard communication information, and PPE requirements.
Complete stretching exercises at the beginning of each shift and follow supervisor guidance on safety analyses, checklists, PPE, and daily cleanup.
Verify that the Press Release Form is at the press and signed by a supervisor for each order before operating the press.
Check that emergency stops and light curtains work properly and know the location of the press emergency stops.
Visually inspect parts for burrs, chips, slug marks, bent teeth, missing features, and other issues; inspect parts before continuous operation.
Check flatness three times per coil, including back-to-back flatness checks.
Verify inventory tags, coil numbers, and blueprints against the work order, and match the part to the blueprint.
Feed material through the straightener and feeder to the starting point in the die, and inch material through the die as trained.
Ensure the strip receives adequate lubrication and monitor the loop between the presses and scrap conveyor.
Use an air wire twister to wire stacks of lamination.
Turn off the press, dereeler, straightener, and feeder at the end of a die run.
Complete a Red Tag for nonconforming material and move it to the nonconforming area.
After the flywheel stops, remove the end-coil strip from the die and save it to send to the Tool Room with the die; wipe oil from the die and thoroughly clean the area.
Work safely, remain aware of surroundings, and immediately report injuries, accidents, and near misses to a supervisor.
Operate an electric pallet truck after training and assist with press-line equipment setup and clearing die jams.
Maintain regular attendance, arrive on time, and remain at work through the scheduled workday.

Benefits

Choice of two medical plan options: Copay PPO or High Deductible Health Plan with a Health Savings Account.
Choice of two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus.
Vision benefit.
Company-paid life insurance equal to two times base pay.
Company-paid AD&D equal to one times base pay.
Voluntary life and AD&D coverage, employee-paid, subject to maximums.
Company-paid short-term disability for up to 26 weeks.
Company-paid long-term disability at 60% of pay, with an option to buy up to 66 2/3% of pay.
Supplemental benefits, employee-paid, including accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and pet insurance.
Parental leave for up to six weeks.
Employee Assistance Program.
Health Advocate support for mental and behavioral health, general health navigation, virtual health, and infertility and adoption.
Employee discount program.
401(k) Savings Plan with company contributions.
Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP).
11 paid holidays.