Forge -Warm Press Operator - 3rd shift

NTN Bearing Corporation•Columbus, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Forge Operator operates mechanical hot (Hub and CVJ) forge presses to produce forged parts made of steel. In addition to hot press operation, coordinates the running of shears and/or saws to cut bar stock and induction heating units into billets before the forging press operations. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment.

Requirements

2-5 years of Forging experience preferred
Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed
Self-starter
Ability to multitask
Organizational skills
Excellent verbal & written communications skills
Good problem solving skills
High School Diploma required
Lift and Carry: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 75 pounds occasionally
Standing & Walking: Ability to stand for extended periods and walk long distances, often on concrete or uneven surfaces and up and down steps.
Repetitive Motion: Capable of performing repetitive tasks, including grasping, lifting, twisting and bending.
Hand-eye coordination: Ability to use hands and fingers to handle and feel objects, tools, and controls and make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls.
Fine Motor Skills: Ability to use manual dexterity to operate levers, buttons, and controls
Vision & Attention to Detail: good close, distance, and peripheral vision, as well as the ability to adjust focus and ensure safe operations, including reading gauges and safety indicators.
Physical Stamina: Ability to maintain focus and physical energy throughout the workday, which may include handling loads, stacking, and organizing materials in a fast-paced environment.
Balance & Mobility: Must have good balance and be able to move freely in tight spaces.
Environmental Conditions: Ability to work in various conditions including varying temperatures, exposure to manufacturing oils and fluids and moderate noise levels.

Responsibilities

Operate presses or other forging machines to perform hot forging by flattening, straightening, twisting, forming, drawing, upsetting, splitting, cutting, punching, piercing, bending, coining, or other operations to shape or form metal
Position and adjust dies on anvil of forging machinery using overhead cranes or other devices and hand tools. Read standards
Monitors equipment operation and corrects minor problems.
May assist Set-Up Technician in die changeovers
Maintain time and production records
Assigned work area will be cleaned, and kept neat and orderly during every workday
Will recognize and comply with all safety rules
Will work overtime as requested by supervisor or scheduled
Operate gas or oil fired furnaces to heat metal to proper temperature prior to forging
Load and unload furnace with automatic conveyor
Heated or cold metal pieces are automatically placed on die of press or other forging machinery