PRESS OPERATOR TRAINEE

UACJ AUTOMOTIVE WHITEHALL INDUSTRIES INC•Ludington, MI

41d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Press Operator Trainee. The role involves understanding the extrusion process, reading and interpreting extrusion drawings, and utilizing precision measuring devices. The trainee will operate extrusion equipment, monitor production, and ensure product quality while minimizing scrap and costs. The job requires mechanical aptitude, computer skills, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. The trainee will also be responsible for following operating procedures, using the Cadex system, assisting with training, and communicating with maintenance and quality departments.

Requirements

Must have a sound understanding of extrusion process.
Able to read and interpret extrusion drawings.
Knowledge of precision measuring devices and their applications.
Good mechanical and technical aptitude.
Understanding and ability in the use of a computer.
Able to work under minimum supervision.

Responsibilities

Read production schedules and record accurate information.
Inspect extrusions for compliance with specifications, communicate potential problems and determine acceptability.
Strive to maximize production targets and maintain a quality product while minimizing production scrap and cost.
Use discretionary judgment to quickly correct production deviations.
Operate all equipment which is part of extrusion.
Familiar with operating procedures and paperwork at the B/O saw.
Read, understand and implement instructions on routing tickets/HMI.
Use Cadex system to improve dies performance.
Assist with training of employees as required.
Follow procedures set by the recipes.
Inform maintenance when equipment needs attention.
Follow up press practices base on various alloys.
Communicate well with quality department.
Other duties as required.