2nd Shift Automatic Press Operator

Challenge Manufacturing•Richmond, KY

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Automatic Press Operator monitors automatic presses up to 1,000 tons to ensure quality stampings are produced in accordance with Challenge Manufacturing quality standards, production orders, and engineering specifications. The operator performs quality checks, records information in Plex, and completes general utility work to support the work schedule and meet production requirements. This role references production orders in Plex and follows Job Element Sheets to stamp products. Duties include selecting and loading coils, inspecting stamped parts, completing online work-center and operator inspection sheets, packing and labeling parts according to instructions, and completing production paperwork such as hourly count boards. The operator also maintains a safe, clean work area and may work across or train in various work centers as needed. The position is on second shift, 2:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, at the Richmond, Kentucky plant. The employee must also be able to work up to 12 hours per day, including Saturdays and Sundays. Challenge Manufacturing is an employee-owned automotive supplier; its ESOP provides annual company shares to employee-owners as an additional retirement benefit.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
One year of manufacturing experience.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform job duties safely and effectively, including following work instructions, safety procedures, and company communications.
Ability to read and interpret Job Element Sheets.
Ability to use a variety of gages, including functional and go/no-go gages.
PC, keyboard, and mouse skills.
Ability to frequently lift or move material weighing up to 40 pounds.
Ability to work up to 12 hours per day, including Saturdays and Sundays.
Ability to work as a contributing member of a team.
Demonstrates responsibility, thoroughness, accuracy, reliability, honesty, and integrity in completing work.
Ability to resolve conflict constructively, use feedback to improve, collaborate, share information, adapt to change, and work with a sense of urgency.
Ability to rotate through job responsibilities and maintain the skills and knowledge needed to perform them.

Responsibilities

Monitor automatic presses up to 1,000 tons and ensure quality stampings meet production orders, engineering specifications, and Challenge Manufacturing quality standards.
Perform duties needed to meet department and plant daily and weekly production requirements.
Use Plex production orders and Job Element Sheets to stamp product.
Select and load the correct coils into the stamping press.
Select appropriate racks or bins and pack or store parts according to packaging and labeling instructions.
Complete online work-center and operator inspection sheets and verify visual inspection and gage requirements.
Visually inspect stamped parts for proper form, fit, and function, following gage instructions, first-piece inspection approvals, containment processes, quality alerts, and applicable quality standards.
Maintain the safety and cleanliness of the work area through housekeeping duties.
Perform and cross-train at various work centers as required.
Complete appropriate paperwork and documentation, including hourly count boards.
Move between work areas to support plant flow and meet customer needs.
Attend work as scheduled, ensure coverage when absent, take timely breaks and lunches, and use time wisely.