Press Operator 3rd shift

Keystone Powdered Metal Company•Cherryville, NC
•Onsite

About The Position

Keystone Powdered Metal Company, a Sumitomo Electric Group company, is hiring an experienced, full-time Press Operator for its Cherryville, North Carolina location. The role reports to the Production Supervisor and operates primary molding equipment. The operator safely and efficiently runs and adjusts equipment, uses measuring tools and process information to maintain product quality and controlled conditions, and follows applicable procedures. The position also involves maintaining records, communicating with coworkers and other areas, supporting procedure updates and employee training, and performing other tasks as requested. Reliable, consistent attendance is an essential function of the position. Keystone Powdered Metal Company is a leader in the powdered metal industry and has operated since 1927. It is part of Sumitomo Electric’s Industrial Materials segment, which includes powdered metal companies around the world. Keystone operates plants in Pennsylvania and North Carolina.

Requirements

  • Able to read and understand procedures, process sheets, and similar documentation.
  • Able to perform basic arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
  • Able to understand decimals, fractions, percentages, and averages.
  • Able to write legible sentences.
  • Able to operate and adjust equipment properly.
  • Able to use measuring equipment properly and accurately interpret results.
  • Able to understand and apply SPC fundamentals.
  • Demonstrates satisfactory communication, cooperation, and participation in continuous improvement.
  • Thorough knowledge of applicable process documentation.
  • Exhibits positive team behaviors.
  • Experienced Press Operator.

Responsibilities

  • Operate primary molding equipment.
  • Operate equipment safely and efficiently, making adjustments to ensure product quality.
  • Know and follow procedures applicable to the job classification.
  • Legibly record and maintain applicable product and process information.
  • Use measuring equipment and interpret its results to help ensure controlled conditions continue.
  • Provide active input toward maintaining controlled conditions.
  • Communicate job-related information effectively with coworkers, the supervisor, service areas, and others who need to know.
  • Maintain cooperative relationships with other functional areas.
  • Maintain reliable, consistent attendance.
  • Assist in writing new procedures and revising existing procedures.
  • Participate in training others and assist in their appraisal.
  • Perform other tasks as requested.
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