Press Operator B (1st or 2nd Shift)

R & B Wagner Inc•Milwaukee, WI

53d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Team Leader, Supervisor, or Manager in-charge, the Press Operator B sets-up, adjusts, prepares, and operates multiple punch presses and drill & tap machines within the department, on a diversified line of products having close dimension, contour, or other requirements. The Press Operator B will have the ability to, manually or by overhead crane or forklift, move sheet and coil stock to storage racks, workstations, or moves finished parts to next operation, or obtain assistance with doing so.

Requirements

Level of education usually acquired through completion of high school.
Trade’s school coursework or sanctioned apprenticeship in support of employment initiatives is typically expected
2-5 years of related experience
Mechanical Aptitude
Ability to accurately scan labor, verify labor, and provide for corrections.
Ability to—when applicable—operate overhead crane, aerial lift, forklift, hand trucks, and assigned machines.
Ability to measure (using ruler, tapes, height gauge, micrometer) and count accurately.
Ability to identify material sizes, lengths, dimensions, metal type, etc.
Ability to read and write English, follow verbal and written instructions and perform basic math, including adding, subtracting and multiplying fractions.
Ability to work independently and prioritize work with moderate supervision.
Knowledge of punch press tooling and dies, or ability to obtain such via OJT training

Responsibilities

Operate press after set-up is complete, including presses utilizing automatic feeds.
Align and secure dies, set stop gauges, stripper, knockout, ejecting, and safety devices on drill and punch presses, including hydraulic.
Set and adjust mechanical grip feeders and servo feeders in accordance with stroke cycles
Unload incoming sheet and coil from open and closed trucks using overhead crane or forklift.
Inspect raw materials and ensure completion of quality inspection paperwork and timely and accurate entry of data into the current business operating system.
Assists with set ups, set stop gauges, stripper, knockout, ejecting, and safety devices on punch presses and drill & tap equipment.
Suggests adjustment to mechanical grip feeders and servo feeders in accordance with stroke cycles.
Check first runs and subsequent pieces, using measuring equipment, gages or samples.
Follows direction regarding job hazards associated with operation and material handling.
Maintain an organized work environment based on 5-S principles; Sort, Scrub, Standardize, Set in Order and Sustain.
Maintain a safe working environment.
Other duties as assigned.