Hot Form Press Operator - D Shift
About The Position
The Hot Form Press Operator sets up and operates heavy-duty power presses to bend, form, and straighten metal plates, formed sheet metal, structural shapes, and weldments. The position is based at Ducommun’s Parsons, Kansas facility, which manufactures precision parts for passenger and military aircraft. The D shift runs Thursday through Sunday, 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. after the training period. The operator reads and follows work orders and engineering data, obtains and installs tooling and dies, operates hydraulic and mechanical presses and an automated argon system, and adjusts press settings. The role includes checking work, collecting and responding to SPC data to maintain quality, and managing hazardous waste generated in the work area. Ducommun describes itself as a global provider of manufacturing solutions for aerospace, defense, and industrial customers. The company highlights its workplace culture, clean working environment, career growth opportunities, and employee benefits.
Requirements
- High school diploma; up to 3 years of related experience in the job function and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to operate a forklift and hoist.
- Ability to use measuring instruments, including calipers, height gages, and scales.
- Ability to multitask.
- Ability to read and understand internal procedures and policies.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Team-oriented approach and a continuous improvement outlook.
- Ability to learn new screens, reports, functions, and simple software programs with assistance.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Responsibilities
- Read, interpret, and follow work orders, mylars, check fixtures, and other engineering data.
- Acquire required tooling using internal procedures.
- Operate hydraulic and mechanical presses.
- Properly install dies into the press.
- Adjust press stroke and tonnage.
- Operate the automated argon system.
- Check own work and take the first part to quality inspection.
- Collect SPC data according to the control plan attached to the work order.
- Make adjustments as necessary to maintain quality parts within SPC control limits.
- Properly handle and manage hazardous waste generated in the work area.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Paid vacation and sick time
- 401(k) match
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Annual bonus plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Clean working environment
- Opportunity for career growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
