Hotpress Operator - Swing - Springfield Plywood

Swanson Group • Springfield, OR

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Pressing veneer into plywood utilizing the functions of the hot press through manipulation of controls, loading, and unloading. Maintain the time, temperature, and the pressure of the hot press by following press schedule. Keep a safe and clean work environment by removing obstructing debris. Operator must communicate with the Line Tender to ensure quality standards are met.

Requirements

• Excellent hand eye coordination.
• Use vision/hearing continuously.
• Reading and speech required to communicate comprehension of Job Hazard Analysis, machine specific lockout procedures, monthly safety training, etc.
• Worker generally works with one other operator with little supervision.
• Operators must be self-directed in identifying and efficiently completing each task.
• Ability to prioritize, organize and make necessary decisions.
• Constant use of hearing and vision.
• Frequent bending, twisting, pushing/pulling and reaching.
• Occasional lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling more than 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Guides loads of un-pressed veneer into the press area through manipulation of controls and buttons.
• Rides on an elevator with the unit of veneer and loads several layers of veneer into one press opening at a time.
• Completes the loading operation within one and half minutes to prevent the glue from drying in press.
• Closes the press by manipulation of controls.
• Sets the time, heat and pressure based on panel thickness and species of veneer used.
• Operates a computer-based inventory system which prints tickets to attach to pressed wood.
• Rotates to different positions for cross training purposes or to facilitate production.
• Assists Co-Workers or maintenance personnel in basic maintenance and upkeep of machine.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed