Press Operator

Almag Aluminum•Pennsauken Township, NJ

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Press Operator is directly responsible to the Plant Manager and is responsible for optimally operating the press, process equipment, handling equipment, and die setup in a safe and efficient manner. This role requires adherence to Company policies and procedures, ensuring a safe working environment is maintained at all times. Every Employee is responsible to act safely and to model good safety practices.

Requirements

High school Diploma with some technical background and mechanical aptitude.
1-2 years’ experience in an industrial environment.
Must be willing and able to train and develop as a saw operator / inspector, stretcher operator and die preparation operator.
Basic computer skills including MS Windows is required.
Understanding of measurements, tolerances, basic geometry, and numeracy comprehension.
Ability to lift up-to 50lbs independently, and ability to lift up-to 100lbs in collaboration with a team member.

Nice To Haves

Extrusion experience is an asset.
Knowledge of machinery and ability to read drawings is an asset.
Other MS software is an asset.
Familiarity with extrusion software such as EPICS is an asset.

Responsibilities

Efficiently operate the extrusion press while maintaining good quality that meets Almag’s quality standards.
Keep track of equipment performance and ensure press is well tuned, and temperatures are being properly managed from billet oven to press exit temperatures.
Monitor runout efficiency such as length, speed, and finish.
Reference work orders to ensure press is running at the optimal speeds to maximize productivity.
Ensure billet zone temperatures are setup, monitored and maintained throughout the runs. Mark extrusions accordingly if temperatures do not meet requirements.
Die management - Ensure all necessary tooling is available at the beginning and throughout shift.
Load dies into press and ensure presses are not waiting for die changes. Importance must be given to ensure dies are not loaded too early or too late.
Ensure die temperatures are maintained when dies are loaded and removed from the ovens.
Communicate directly with the team leads/maintenance team if any mechanical breakdowns or issues are encountered.
Ensure proper billets/logs are in the ovens and monitor the supply to keep press going.
Ensure average speeds are followed based on information contained on work orders. If deviations occur, ensure note is made in EPICS and Team Lead is notified.
Make EPICS entries for billet lengths, cut offs, cut sizes, etc., and highlight any special notes and instructions that the team needs to focus on.
Enter all downtime, die fails, quality issues, and schedule adherence notes in EPICS.
Check notes in EPICS and viewing drawings throughout the shift to ensure work orders are followed correctly.
Check the run out on the second billet produced. Report to Team Lead if billet length scheduled is inappropriate and have it changed to improve yield.
Ensure sufficient spacing is kept between extrusion pieces on the cooling table to make sure proper cooling is maintained.
Ensure the extrusion is correctly fed into puller jaws. Notify maintenance/team lead if any issues occur.
Monitor and maintain exit/runout temperatures throughout the run.
Perform quality checks at front end of press during operation and continuously throughout the shift.
Ensure press samples are properly labelled and kept together for traceability.
Take samples after the first billet and verify dimensions and surface finish according to drawings in EPICS.
Ensure all billets and alloys used are accounted for in EPICS and documented accurately.
Check finish and dimensions on extrusions at the required frequency.
Complete press Ascona scans as required.
Must have knowledge and ability to operate all equipment at saw and stretcher.
Perform other duties as assigned.