2nd Shift Knockout Operator

The Boler Company®•Freeport, IL

2d•$23 - $29

About The Position

The Knockout Operator sets up and cleans dies to reduce press downtime. The role follows the daily knockout schedule, reviews the forge schedule to ensure tooling is available, schedules tooling, coordinates with Tool & Die and other relevant personnel, completes paperwork, and maintains records and inventory in the Knockout computer system. The operator identifies equipment and quality issues, reports unsafe or unusual conditions, and actively supports a safe and healthy workplace by following safety procedures and providing feedback.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to read, comprehend, and follow instructions.
Ability to work under pressure and adhere to schedules.
Ability to read a tape measure.
Ability to operate hand tools such as a spray gun and forge tongs.
Ability to work safely and keep the work area clean.
Ability to work well with all levels of the organization.
Good verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely and achieve intended objectives.
Ability to work the assigned shift and remain awake and alert throughout it.
Ability to report for the assigned shift, remain physically present, and perform assigned work for its duration.
Ability to work in environments that may include extreme heat, humidity, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, loud noise, and all weather conditions.
Ability to handle up to 80 pounds regularly throughout an 8-hour shift.
Ability to stand for an 8-hour shift and frequently twist, turn, reach, bend, pull, and push; occasional walking, climbing, stooping, and crouching are also required.
Close vision.
No prior experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

Set up and clean dies.
Follow the daily knockout schedule.
Review the forge schedule to ensure tooling is available.
Schedule tooling on the die schedule list and notify appropriate individuals.
Receive work orders from Tool & Die.
Deliver dies to the Tool & Die area.
Notify Tool & Die of the type of die repair needed.
Complete paperwork, including job setup sheets.
Identify equipment issues and notify a supervisor and/or maintenance.
Notify Quality of quality issues.
Maintain daily timekeeping, daily inserts, and die inventory in the Knockout computer system.
Report unusual or unsafe conditions to a supervisor.
Follow workplace safety policies, programs, and procedures, and provide feedback to promote safer behaviors and conditions.