MGH-Press Cell Operator

Rheem Manufacturing Company•Montgomery, AL

About The Position

The Press Cell Operator serves Rheem’s Water Heating Division in Montgomery, Alabama. The role involves setting up and operating power presses and related tooling to shape metal parts, verifying that parts meet specifications, entering production measurements, monitoring equipment, and supporting safe and orderly production. The operator works from blueprints and written or verbal instructions and coordinates with supervisors, engineers, maintenance, and the tool room to address production or equipment issues. The position may involve exposure to high noise levels, heat, dust, and airborne particles, as well as repetitive standing, walking, lifting, and other physical activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to use the tools and equipment required for press and die setup and operation.
Ability to follow written work instructions and work from blueprints and written or verbal orders.
Ability to use measurement tools to conduct First Part Approval.
Ability to work self-directed with minimal supervision.
Team-oriented approach.
Promote Rheem values of Integrity, Teamwork, and Business Ethics.
Complete the Press Operator Training Course (Press Operator/Die Setter).
Complete LOTO training.
Obtain Lift Truck Certification.
Ability to continuously lift 25–60 pounds and frequently lift more than 60 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, and/or lift repetitively during a shift.
Ability to frequently lift in unsupported positions and bend, twist or turn, reach, and push or pull.
Vision suitable for a lift truck license and the motor skills and climbing ability needed to safely board and operate the equipment.

Responsibilities

Use tools and equipment, including a die cart, control panel, Quick Die Changeover tooling, and molding changeover equipment, to set up and remove dies in power presses and transfer dies to and from the die rack.
Follow written work instructions and enter the proper parameters during die setup.
Operate power-driven presses in the department to punch, trim, form, or otherwise shape or fabricate metal weighing more than 25 pounds using dies or punches.
Record part dimensional data in the DAS computer-based system or on the appropriate CF form.
Use measurement tools to conduct First Part Approval (FPA) and verify that output parts meet design specifications or deviation limits.
Make adjustments to molding as needed.
Monitor die equipment for proper function and submit work orders to maintenance and/or the tool room as required.
Confer with supervisors or engineers to resolve machine malfunctions and production errors and obtain approval to continue production.
Maintain good housekeeping in the work area.
Work from blueprints and written or verbal orders and work instructions.
Inspect units or parts for defects and workmanship.
Observe departmental safety requirements.
Practice and support Rheem values with internal and external customers.
Perform other duties as assigned.