Packer/Press Operator

MiTek • Edenton, NC

5d

About The Position

Operate stamping presses and auxiliary equipment producing metal connector plates and steel components with manual and automated packaging processes. Ensuring safety and quality compliance, as well as precise production reporting, are major responsibilities of this role.

Requirements

• High School/GED preferred
• Up to 1 Year related experience and/or training preferred
• Equivalent combination of experience and education which clearly indicates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may substitute on a year for year basis
• Able to perform mathematical skills such as calculating proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume and able to apply concepts of basic geometry
• Ability to read and understand prints and schematics
• Ability to use small hand-power tools, including reading a tape measure with 1/32-inch increments
• Able to use Microsoft Office Applications
• Good communication
• Problem solving
• Adaptability
• Collaboration

Responsibilities

• Operate a stamping press and auxiliary equipment with manual and automated packaging processes
• Meet and/or exceed daily production goals
• Report all machine malfunctions to mechanics or supervisors
• Assist mechanics whenever required to keep press/packaging equipment operational
• Correctly feed slit ribbon material into the stamping dies and perform first piece inspection
• Manually pack metal connectors and/or steel components into packaging containers.
• Strive to keep product waste to a minimum; inspect finished products and mark steel lot numbers on shipping containers
• Monitor production equipment coolant and oil levels and adjust accordingly
• Ongoing inspection of products being produced to our internal quality standards
• Complete quality and production paperwork in its entirety throughout assigned shift
• Attendance at work during the regularly scheduled shift is an essential duty. This includes, but is not limited to the ability to work overtime as required, to be present at work, arrive on time and be at the work station ready for work at the start of the shift.

Benefits

• At MiTek, we’ve built a best-in-class competitive Total Rewards package that supports the employee on many levels including protection, formal education, financial wellness tools, a recognition platform and all above and beyond our generous healthcare, disability and retirement plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees